• United Nations Secretary‑General António Guterres has captured the urgency in a post on X: “We cannot allow digital spaces to be yet another place where women and girls are unsafe. Together, let’s build a world free of fear for every woman and girl.”

November 25, 2025 marks the beginning of the annual 16 Days of Activism against Gender‑Based Violence campaign. This year’s commemoration unfolds against a reality: violence against women and girls is no longer confined to physical spaces. It is being amplified by the reach and speed of technology in our digital age.

United Nations Secretary‑General António Guterres has captured the urgency in a post on X: “We cannot allow digital spaces to be yet another place where women and girls are unsafe. Together, let’s build a world free of fear for every woman and girl.”

His words cut to the heart of a growing crisis; online harassment is violence, a human rights violation that disproportionately affects women and girls.

Earlier in November, during the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists, one of the highlighted themes was Technology‑Facilitated Gender‑Based Violence (TGBV). Women journalists, in particular, face unique risks in digital spaces from harassment campaigns to manipulated content designed to silence their voices.

Abraham Mariita, Project Director at Internews, urged the media to approach coverage with sensitivity: “Report looking at the angle of the rights of the victims, together with their contributions to society.” His call reflects the need for journalism that not only exposes abuse but also restores dignity to survivors.

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Furthermore, Queenter Mbori, the Executive Director of Association of Media Women in Kenya (AMWIK), added that media must actively counter disinformation: “For every falsified story, we do three or more that are correct.” Her words underscore the power of narrative that truth, amplified, can dismantle digital violence.

Every year, the world marks the 16 Days of Activism against Gender‑Based Violence beginning on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (November 25) and running through International Human Rights Day (December 10). It is a campaign of remembrance and resolve a chance to remind the world that the fight against gender‑based violence must evolve with the times.

In 2025, the battle is not only in homes, streets, and workplaces. It is also in the digital shadows where technology can either perpetuate harm or become a tool for justice. The challenge is to ensure that the promise of digital spaces is not fear, but freedom.

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