16 Days of Activism
Say NO to Domestic Violence & Abuse
16 Days of Activism
Join us for 16 Days of Activism 25 November – 10 December
A campaign of compassion and action.
From 25 November to 10 December, Pop In is joining the global movement to end violence against women and children. The 16 Days of Activism is about raising awareness, sparking conversations, and taking real steps toward a safer, more equal future.
Domestic and family violence often hides in silence. Together, we can create a community of men, women and children where safety, respect and support are the norm - and where no one faces abuse alone. Through connection, education, and action, we can break the silence. Whether you're showing up, speaking out, or simply starting a conversation, your involvement matters.
Over these 16 days, there are several ways to get involved - each one designed to inspire action, build awareness, and create lasting change across the Wingecarribee shire.
Join us to:
Light the Night
Sponsor a Lantern
Take the 16 Days, 16 Ways Challenge
Together, we can create a community where safety, respect, and dignity are the norm - for every woman and every child.
In partnership with the global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence initiative.
How you can get involved
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Attend Light The Night
7pm-8pm November 27th 2025
A powerful evening of strength and solidarity. Together we’ll remember lives lost to domestic violence and abuse, and take a stand for change. Join our community as we light the night for a safer future here in Australia, and across the world.
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Sponsor a Lantern
We invite you to make a powerful statement of support by sponsoring a lantern for $500. A contribution that will help us continue our vital work in supporting women and children impacted by domestic violence and abuse in the Wingecarribee shire.
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16 Days, 16 Ways
TAKE THE CHALLENGE
Take as many actions as you can throughout the 16 days - one small step that adds up to real change. From sharing information to donating, from speaking up to showing support, these tasks are designed to help raise awareness, start conversations, and generate support for local women and children escaping violence and abuse.
16 DAYS, 16 WAYS
This is our mission, and we want you to be a part of it. Every action matters, every voice counts, and every step brings us closer to a future free from violence.
16 ACTS OF KINDNESS Do 16 small acts of kindness in your community. Offer to help someone with groceries, buy a coffee for a stranger, bring in your neighbour’s garbage bin from the street, or simply give someone a genuine compliment. Demonstrate kindness and respect.
CLUB CHAT As your sports and social clubs wrap up for the year, pop on a spot of orange and grab a photo together. Make a commitment to respectful behaviour and to keep each other accountable.
ATTEND LIGHT THE NIGHT Carry a lantern to show your support for ending gender-based violence. Find the event details here
BAKE SALE Bake a cake or a batch of cookies and sell them to friends, family, or colleagues. Donate the proceeds to Pop In.
ORANGE OUTFIT Wear something orange - the official colour of 16 Days of Activism, and tell someone why you're wearing orange.
SPONSOR ME Do a sponsored activity - walk 16,000 steps, do 16 push ups a day, or run 16km. The more activities you achieve, the greater your sponsorship.
WATCH, TALK, SHARE Watch this incredibly impactful clip and share what you learned with a friend. Watch as a group and discuss what you can do to make a difference.
INFO SESSION Organise a Pop In info session at your workplace, social club or P, C & F's.
SPEAK UP Share one of Pop In's social media posts or a post from another domestic violence organisation to your own feed. Use the caption to explain why it's important to you.
TALK TO A MATE Watch this video and have a conversation with a male friend, family member, or colleague about what healthy, respectful relationships look like. This is great education.
ORGANISE A PANTRY DRIVE IN YOUR WORKPLACE Talk to your employer about hosting a pantry drive and help fill Pop In’s Community Pantry with essentials for local women and families.
START A CONVERSATION What is domestic violence and abuse if it's not physical? Take a read of this useful resource.
TEA AND TALK Invite a few friends over for a coffee or tea and a chat about the campaign. Collect items together as a group donation for our community pantry in return for the cuppa and biscuits.
POST A COMMITMENT Post a commitment on social media about how you will contribute to ending domestic violence and abuse. Download this tile and use #PopInCommitment.
HOST A FUNDRAISER Host a small fundraiser event. This could be a charity movie night, a garage sale or a morning tea.
BEYOND 16 DAYS Join our regular giving program. A small, consistent donation goes a long way in providing ongoing support for women and children all year round.
More ways to Support 16 Days of Activism
Share the message: Encourage friends, family, and colleagues to join. Download the collateral here.
Support Pop In: Help us continue providing free, community-based support to women and children.