How do you take action?
There are many simple ways to take a stand against relationship abuse, stalking and sexual violence. We want to know how you help end gender based violence through your action and efforts.
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I educated myself about the problem of relationship abuse by reading this website.
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I talked to a friend or family member about the issue of relationship abuse or sexual assault or sexism.
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I spoke up when someone around me made a sexist joke or comment. See our page on Feminism in Action for more information.
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I supported a friend whose partner is/was abusing them.
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I made a pledge to help end men’s violence against womxn.
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I participated in a community event (Take Back the Night, Domestic Violence Awareness Month, etc.) to raise awareness of gender based violence.
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I supported my local domestic violence shelter or agency by making a donation.
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I supported my local domestic violence shelter or agency by volunteering or interning.
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My profession includes working to end gender based violence.
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I posted about ending gender based violence on Facebook or Twitter.
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I created a poster campaign at my school.
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I organized a program in my dorm/university to educate students about gender based violence.
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I wrote a blog post or opinion article about ending relationship abuse or sexual violence in my community.
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I wrote a Letter to the Editor about the media’s portrayal of men’s violence against womxn.
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I joined the Center’s Facebook and Twitter to keep informed about how to take action against gender based violence.
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I challenged victim-blaming and encouraged people to hold perpetrators (those who choose to harm) of gender based violence accountable.
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I took a stand against relationship abuse, sexual assault, stalking and gender violence in another way. (Please tell us more below.)
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I spoke up when someone around me made a sexist joke or comment.
Check out our Take Action page for more ways to get involved in ending gender based violence!