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Mark your calendar for a significant day of global advocacy – White Ribbon Day taking place on November 25. Standing as an international day for the elimination of violence against women, the White Ribbon campaign has been mobilizing change since its inception in 1991. It began after a grave incident in 1989, where 14 women were tragically killed in Montreal, Canada, promoting men and boys to band together to challenge the social norms contributing to gender-based violence. The white ribbon, a symbol of men's opposition to men's violence against women, has grown to epitomize this global movement towards interpersonal peace. On this day, we motivate everyone to stand up, speak out, and break the silence in order to promote peace and harmony across all societies because everyone, undoubtedly, deserves a life free from violence. It's time to join hands and make this world a safer place for all!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1989</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Montreal Massacre</div><div class='timeline-text'>14 women were tragically killed in Montreal, Canada, prompting a national discussion about gender-based violence.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1991</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>White Ribbon Campaign's Inception</div><div class='timeline-text'>The White Ribbon Campaign was launched by a group of Canadian men to signal male opposition to violence against women.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1999</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>White Ribbon Day Recognized by UN</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations officially recognized November 25th as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2004</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Expansion to over 60 Countries</div><div class='timeline-text'>The White Ribbon campaign expanded to over 60 countries across the globe, uniting voices against gender-based violence.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2014</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>White Ribbon Accreditation Program</div><div class='timeline-text'>The White Ribbon organization started accrediting workplaces, schools and other institutions that promote respectful relationships and gender equality.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Launch a social media campaign</h3><p class='facts-text'>Take advantage of the power of social media to raise awareness about violence against women. You could share infographics, personal stories or white ribbon images with the hashtag #WhiteRibbonDay.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Organize a White Ribbon walk</h3><p class='facts-text'>Gather your community for a peaceful walk to spread the message against violence. Everyone can wear white and carry a white ribbon to symbolize their participation in this movement.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Arrange a film screening and discussion</h3><p class='facts-text'>Host a screening of films or documentaries that address the issue of gender-based violence followed by an open discussion. This can be an effective way to educate and engage people on this crucial issue.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Run an awareness workshop</h3><p class='facts-text'>Hold seminars or workshops in schools, colleges, or community centres discussing the importance of respect and equality and the need to fight against violence. Invite local activists, survivors, or psychologists as guest speakers to provide a deeper understanding of the issue.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Fundraise for a relevant cause</h3><p class='facts-text'>Raise funds for local domestic violence shelters or NGOs working on the frontlines to help victims of violence. You could host a charity bake sale, a silent auction, or even a live concert and donate all proceeds to your chosen charity.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It Promotes Global Advocacy</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>White Ribbon Day stands as an international day for the elimination of violence against women. The global movement created since its inception in 1991, unites people across the world to challenge social norms and work together in ending gender-based violence, making our world a safer place for all.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a Call to Action</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>On this day, everyone is encouraged to stand up, speak out, and break the silence to promote peace and harmony. Whether it's through launching a social media campaign, organizing a white ribbon walk, screening films that address gender-based violence, or running awareness workshops, it's a day of active participation in the fight against violence.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It Supports Relevant Causes</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>White Ribbon Day encourages people to extend a helping hand to those directly affected by violence. By fundraising for relevant causes such as local domestic violence shelters or NGOs, individuals can actively contribute to support victims and assist organizations that work day in and day out to help these survivors rebuild their lives.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>White Ribbon Day celebrates a global effort</h3><p class='facts-content'>White Ribbon Day is now observed in over 60 countries worldwide, symbolizing a global commitment to ending violence against women.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>There's deep symbolism behind the white ribbon</h3><p class='facts-content'>The white ribbon represents purity, not the innocence of women, but the purity of men's intentions towards women. It is a symbol of men and boys' pledge to not condone or remain silent about violence against women.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The initiative's structure encourages widespread participation</h3><p class='facts-content'>The White Ribbon campaign is structured as a grassroots movement in many countries, meaning that anyone can participate and start their own initiatives in line with the wider movement's goals.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The campaign emphasizes men's roles in ending violence</h3><p class='facts-content'>White Ribbon Day holds as its central tenet that men and boys must be active participants in the fight against gender-based violence. This approach highlights the importance of targeting the root causes of violence, including harmful gender norms and masculine identities.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Education plays a key role in the campaign</h3><p class='facts-content'>Apart from awareness raising, the White Ribbon campaign focuses heavily on education as a long-term solution to ending violence against women. This approach includes conducting workshops, community outreach programs, and school curriculums promoting gender equality and respectful relationships.</p></div></div>
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