Today is White Ribbon Day, a moment to reflect, but more importantly, to act.
Male violence against women and girls remains one of the most pressing issues in our society. The facts speak for themselves:
- Over 1 in 4 women will be a victim of sexual assault or attempted assault during their lifetime. (National Audit Office, 2025)
- 3 in 5 women have experienced sexual harassment, bullying or verbal abuse in the workplace. (Trade Union Congress, 2023)
- 77% of girls and young women aged 7 to 21 have experienced online harm in the last year alone. (Girlguiding, 2024)
- Nearly 40% of secondary school teachers say they’ve seen misogynistic behaviour from a pupil in the last week. (BBC, 2025)
These are not just statistics. They represent real lives, real fear, and a real need for change.
A Year-Round Commitment
White Ribbon Day calls on men to never commit, excuse, or remain silent about violence against women. But this is not about just one day. It’s about the choices we all make, every day.
What Can You Do?
Ending male violence is not just the job of the police or politicians, it’s a duty we all share.
✅ Speak up if you hear or see something wrong.
✅ Support victims with compassion and without judgement.
✅ Challenge harmful language, attitudes, and behaviour—especially from those closest to you.
Together, we can help create a society where every woman and girl feels safe, valued, and respected.
