The “16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence” is a global campaign marked by 1,700 organisations across over 100 countries worldwide.

The campaign begins on 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, and concludes on 10 December, International Human Rights Day.

In Belgrade, a photography exhibition titled “16 Women” was once again organised this year by the Embassy of Sweden in collaboration with Fabrika Fotografa and Aleksandar Crnogorac. The exhibition was officially opened by the Swedish Ambassador to Serbia, H.E. Mrs. Charlotte Sabina Sammelin.

The exhibition showcases portraits of 16 women from Serbia’s public sphere who lend their support to all women who have survived or are facing psychological violence in its various forms.

The goal of the exhibition is to highlight this often invisible and unrecognised form of abuse and to inspire women to find the courage and strength to resist it. Additionally, the exhibition aims to raise awareness about the importance of combating violence against women, promoting gender equality, and advancing human rights.

The list of photographed women includes: Ivon Jafali, Aida Jokanović, Duška Jovanić, Plamena Halačeva, Vladica Čulić, Marija Janković, Ana Radonjić – Zoe Kida, Sandra Bjelac, Ana Đurić – Konstrakta, Marina Kovačević, Mina Kitić, Olivera Kovačević, Dženet Koko, Hana Selimović, Mina Sovilj, and Ivana Nikolić.