November 2023 - News
16 Days of Activism Launches!
Last week was the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, which also marks the start of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. To commemorate this important time to raise our voices and unite for greater progress, NO MORE was honored to participate in “A Call for Action: Safeguarding the Wellbeing of Women and Children,” a special event hosted by Commonwealth Secretary-General, the Rt. Hon. Patricia Scotland KC, in London
You can read more about the event below, as well as several other new efforts and opportunities to get involved in NO MORE’s work. Also, in case you missed the announcement, NO MORE Week 2024 will be held March 3rd through March 9th. Mark your calendars now and look out for more information coming soon!
The Commonwealth Says NO MORE!
On November 15th, we had the amazing opportunity of participating in the “A Call to Action: Safeguarding the Wellbeing of Women and Children” event, hosted by Commonwealth Secretary-General, the Rt. Hon. Patricia Scotland KC. NO MORE’s co-founder Jane Randel and CEO Pamela Zaballa spoke at the day-long symposium in London that was attended by Her Majesty The Queen and more than a hundred representatives from government, business, academic and civil society from across the 56 Commonwealth countries.
The participating leaders committed to coordinate actions for individuals, households and communities to protect women and girls and prevent violence, which will contribute to the gender equality mandates from the 2023 Commonwealth Women’s Affairs Ministers Meeting and the 2022 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting.
Avon and NO MORE Launch the “Reverse Make-Up Tutorial”
For 16 Days of Activism, Avon and NO MORE have launched a powerful new campaign and video, the “Reverse Makeup Tutorial.” The video aims to shine a light on the controlling and abusive behavior designed to destroy self-esteem and a woman’s power using appearance and makeup as a form of manipulation. This behavior is frequently part of or a precursor to physical violence. The words in the video are based on real experiences of survivors of domestic violence, and signposts to where victims, friends and families can go to seek help.
You can watch the video through the link below. Warning: The content may be triggering. Please take care. Details of where to get help are at the end.
Reserve Your Spot to Run the NYC Half Marathon and Support NO MORE!
NO MORE is proud to be an official charity partner for the 2024 United Airlines NYC Half Marathon! Now you can ensure your spot in the NYC Half by joining NO MORE’s team. Not only will your run be an amazing personal achievement, your involvement will make a real and lasting difference to help end domestic & sexual violence. Space is limited, so make sure you apply now.
Get the Behind-the-Scenes Scoop on “The Girlfriends” Hit True Crime Podcast
On our latest KNOW MORE Global Dialogue Series event, we had a great conversation with Carole Fisher and Anna Sinfield, the host and the producer (respectively) of the hit true crime podcast, “The Girlfriends.” Find out more about Carole’s true story, the making of the podcast and how the producers worked to ensure that it not only topped the true crime podcast charts, but also served to increase awareness of domestic violence and to help survivors find support. Watch the recording here.
Hope for the Holidays!: Ending Violence Together Fundraising Campaign Kicks Off
As the holiday season kicked off with Thanksgiving, NO MORE launched a critical, new fundraising effort to support our work to increase the awareness and action needed to stop and prevent domestic & sexual violence, once and for all! Give a gift now or at any time through the end of the year!
Whether you can give $5, $25, or $100, your gift will make a significant difference to increase awareness, advocate for policy changes, and fuel culture change. We count on your generosity throughout the year, but your end-of-year donation is critical for us to start the new year strong and have a bigger impact together! Thank you very much!
Reminder: NO MORE Global Directory Provides 24/7 Support Worldwide
If you know of anyone who has experienced domestic or sexual violence and needs help, share the NO MORE Global Directory with links to support services in more than 200 countries and territories around the world.
Together We Can End Domestic and Sexual Violence
