Awareness Initiatives

Learn more about national efforts to raise awareness about gender based violence throughout the year:

January is National Stalking Awareness Month

Legislative steps: Cabinet Approves Bill on Violence Against Women from The Express Tribune, 05/21/2015

Thursday, May 21, 2015

“A meeting of the cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif, on Wednesday approved the Punjab Protection of Women Victims Against Violence Bill-2015. Amendments to the Punjab Maternity Benefits Ordinance 1958, Stamp Act 1899 and the Punjab Commission on the Status of Women Act were also approved.”

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National Prevention Town Hall

If you are engaging in social change work, we want to hear from YOU - add your voice to the National Prevention Scan!

Heal, Hold & Center: Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Domestic Violence Awareness Month 2024

Domestic Violence Awareness Month is right around the corner! Learn how you can take action around this year's theme: "Heal, Hold & Center."

Support Our Work

Your donation strengthens the hands that support survivors. This Giving Tuesday next week, join our efforts to support advocates in preventing and responding to domestic violence.

Prevention Tool of the Month

The Gardens for Growing Healthy Communities collaborative in Denver fosters community well-being by turning vacant lots into community gardens.

VAWnet Event Calendar

Looking for upcoming gender-based advocacy events?

Wednesday, December 04, 2024