International Day For The Elimination Of Violence Against Women: Know It’s Significance
Violence against women and girls is one of the most widespread and devastating human rights violations in today’s world. The United Nations' (UN) International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women is an occasion to raise public awareness of violence against women. This day has been observed on November 25 each year since 2000. Know the importance of this day.
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