The Zonta Club of Central Tuguegarao, Philippines, dedicated each day to the 16 Days of Activism with a different theme to end violence against women and girls.

Day 1: Launching the Campaign

The Zonta Club of Central Tuguegarao, Philippines, launched its 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign on 25 November, beginning with a solemn mass led by Father Jake Ordillos. The ceremony, attended by nearly 100 participants from government agencies and the community, set the tone for a series of seminars, workshops and advocacy drives to foster awareness and action against gender-based violence.

Club members and stakeholders also recited and signed the Pledge of Commitment to the Zonta Says No campaign at Saint Peter Metropolitan Cathedral, affirming their dedication to creating a safe and equitable society. The event concluded with a motorcade through Tuguegarao, highlighting the club’s ongoing efforts to empower women and girls and eliminate violence.

Day 2: Day of Knowledge

The club marked Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Week with a motorcade advocating drug-free communities, emphasizing empowerment for women and children.

The club earned 3rd place in the Department of Trade and Industry Region 2’s Outstanding Partner Organization award for initiatives like All About Eve, Padday na Yena and blood donation drives, showcasing its dedication to women’s empowerment and community support.

The club also received a Department of Social Welfare and Development Plaque of Recognition for championing the rights of vulnerable groups. As a member of the Regional Committee on Anti-Human Trafficking and Violence Against Women and Their Children, the club continues to champion the rights and dignity of marginalized communities.

Day 3: Orange Day

The club amplified its advocacy against gender-based violence by displaying Zonta Says No tarpaulins in key Tuguegarao City locations.

This visible campaign aimed to raise awareness, inspire collective action and advocate for a violence-free society, reflecting the club’ commitment to safety for women and girls.

Day 4: Day of Giving

The Zonta Club of Central Tuguegarao, Philippines, united for the 16 Days of Activism’s Day of Giving, with 75 members donating US$25 each to support Zonta’s mission.

This collective effort underscores their commitment to empowering women, eliminating violence and addressing gender issues globally, showcasing the power of solidarity to create meaningful change.

Day 5: Day of Listening

The latest episode of the club’s All About Eve focused on Zonta’s 16 Days of Activism, shedding light on the fight against gender-based violence. The episode provided an in-depth look at the significance of this global campaign, key legislation aimed at protecting women and actionable steps individuals can take to drive change.

Day 6: Day of Allyship

The club held a 3k and 5k fun run at Rizal’s Park, Tuguegarao City, for their day of allyship. The event, titled “Run With Purpose: End Violence Against Women and Girls,” aimed to foster solidarity and raise awareness about gender-based violence.

Club president Josefina Torres Sedano highlighted the run’s symbolic steps toward hope, healing and change, calling for collective action to eliminate violence. Area 4 Director Racquel C. Reyes Aglaua emphasized the importance of allyship, urging participants to amplify their voices for those who cannot yet speak out.

The Day of Allyship is dedicated to the invaluable role of men as partners with women in curbing and ultimately eradicating violence against women and girls.