Significant Dates of Awareness, Activism and Remembrance for Domestic and Family Violence

Significant Dates & Events

• 8 March every year: International Women’s Day
• May every year: The month of May is Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month
• 1 May every year:  National Day to remember those who have lost their lives as a result of domestic and family violence.
• First Wednesday of May every year: Candle Lighting Vigil to remember those who have lost their lives as a result of domestic violence.
• October every year: The month of October is Sexual Violence Awareness month.