White Ribbon Day

The White Ribbon Day campaign raises awareness of men’s violence against women - which in New Zealand generally takes place within families.

Men wear the white ribbon to show they will not condone or remain silent about violence against women.   The campaign celebrates the many men willing to show leadership and commitment to promoting safe, healthy relationships within families and encourages men to challenge each other on attitudes and behaviour that are abusive.

The Families Commission is committed to ending violence within families.  As part of its work it provides the bulk of the funding for the White Ribbon Day campaign resources.  The Commission also provides leadership and support to the national White Ribbon Day campaign committee.

For information on White Ribbon Day and to order resources, go to the White Ribbon Day website.