On the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, the color orange is used to represent a brighter future, free from violence against women and girls.

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The United Nations General Assembly passes a resolution designating November 25 the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. The resolution, which was introduced by the Dominican Republic, marked the anniversary of the death of three sisters, Patria, …read more

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Article Title

First International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women

AuthorHistory.com Editors

Website Name

HISTORY

URL

https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/international-day-to-eliminate-violence-against-women

Access Date

November 24, 2022

Publisher

A&E Television Networks

Last Updated

November 30, 2021

Original Published Date

November 13, 2009