Austria in the Fight Against Violence Against Women

Lifestyle & TravelMore+ ♦ Published: November 28, 2023; 20:40 ♦ (Vindobona)

In Austria and around the world, the fight against violence against women and girls is being pursued with vigor. This is reflected in various initiatives and events that raise awareness of this important issue and promote concrete measures to combat such violence.

The "Orange the World" campaign, by illuminating buildings in orange, demonstrates global solidarity with victims of violence against women. / Picture: © Bundeskanzleramt (BKA) / Andy Wenzel / Cropped

As part of the "Orange the World" campaign initiated by UN Women, the Austrian Foreign Ministry is campaigning intensively against violence against women. From November 25 to December 10, the ministry is drawing attention to gender-based violence and promoting awareness of this global problem. The campaign, which symbolizes a better and violence-free future, includes various activities,…