Ending violence against women & girls
We are 16 Days Penzance, a grassroots campaign group bringing our community together to help end violence against women and girls. Each year, we take part in the global 16 Days of Activism campaign – a UN Women initiative running from 25 November to 10 December. We aim to raise awareness, spark conversations, and create change, right here in Cornwall. Find out more
Together as a community, we are sending a strong, visible message: Penzance does not accept violence against women and girls.
A community taking a stand
From our solidarity walk and vigil, to person safety classes, to dance nights - 16 Days of Activism saw the community come together while raising awareness of our campaign to end violence against women and girls. 27 events took place, with over 1,500 people attending.
If you are interested in getting involved in 2026 and want to find out more, follow us on social media or scroll to the bottom of the page to sign up for email updates.
Past highlights
Thank you to Ugne Kamienaite & Penzance Town Council for photo use.
