CAIRO – 26 November 2020: The National Council for Women (NCW), in partnership with UN Women Egypt Country Office, lit up in orange the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx on the 25th November, joining the global community in launching the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. The 16 Days of Activism commences every year on the 25th of November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and runs until International Human Rights Day on the 10th of December. #OrangetheWorld and lighting the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx in orange falls within the UN Secretary General’s UNiTE campaign through which the colour orange symbolizes a future that is free from all forms of violence against women and girls worldwide. Prior to and during the pandemic, violence against women and girls continues to be a global phenomenon that not only has negative consequences for women but also their families, communities, and nations. But violence against women and girls can be overcome with our joint efforts, investments, and voice.” stated Ms. Christine Arab, UN Women Egypt Country Representative.

Source: Egypt Today November 26, 2020 10:30 UTC