For over 15 years, the 12 Days of Action to End Violence Against Women has been a powerful driver of awareness and mobilization across Quebec.
Led by the 12 Days Committee—a coalition of about twenty feminist and union organizations coordinated by the Fédération des femmes du Québec (FFQ)—this wide-reaching campaign denounces the normalization and persistence of gender-based violence while amplifying the voices of women who face discrimination.
A Clear Mission: Name, Understand, Transform
Each year, from November 25 (International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women) to December 6 (National Day of Remembrance for the École Polytechnique tragedy), the campaign features a wide range of public actions, events, and statements.
Its goal? To shed light on all forms of violence—physical, psychological, economic, institutional, and invisible—and inspire collective action to eliminate them.
The Conseil du statut de la femme (CSF) also supports this important awareness effort by equipping the public and offering insight into the many dimensions of violence against women.
SNJM’s Committed Support
Firmly rooted in values of dignity, justice, and equality, the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary (SNJM) strongly support this campaign. They reaffirm their solidarity with all those affected by violence and salute the courage of the women and organizations who speak out to challenge both attitudes and systems.
📍 Not to be missed
The campaign culminates on December 6 at Place du 6-Décembre-1989 in Montréal, during a powerful tribute to the 14 women murdered because of their gender. A moment of remembrance—and of resistance.