16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence in Bangkok

16 Days Of Activism against Gender-Based Violence in Bangkok!

A Safe Journey with Her. UNiTE! to End Violence against Women & Girls!

What: An inclusive bicycling event through Rattanakos in the historic centre of Bangkok, carrying out the symbols, key messages and objectives of the 16 Days of Activism to the broader public while learning more about inspiring women from the past and highlighting local communities’ and feminist women’s rights movements’ contributions and leadership. At the departure and arrival point of the bicycling event, an exhibition space will showcase the diversity of actions and services provided by civil society organisations (CSO) and public sector actors working to end violence against women and girls in all their diversity.

When: Saturday morning, 26 November 2022

Where: Museum Siam as the starting point and finish line

Who: The event is co-organised by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, UNFPA, UN Women, and the Embassies of Belgium, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands and supported by Velodome, A Day and Museum Siam

What to See: Exhibition of women's movement to end gender-based violence against women and girls in Bangkok and nationwide!

Stops during the cycling tour:

Stop 1: Thammasat University has, in different ways, contributed to keeping Bangkok safe. Already during the Second World War, Thammasat served as the headquarters of the Free Thai Underground. In the seventies, it became the centre of pro-democracy protest movements, and in 2019 Thammasat worked in partnership with the UN Women and Thai Health to announce its Zero-Tolerance against Sexual Harassment Policy. Places like these are pioneers and trailblazers in the fight towards safer cities and equality. Thammasat University will be the first stop on the bicycle event ‘A Safe Journey for Her’, taking place on 26 November 2022, signifying the importance of a safe environment for women and girls to thrive in.

Stop 2: During the bicycle event ‘A Safe Journey for Her’ on 26 November 2022, we will make a stop at the Banglampoo community, where Pa Nid, Ornrasri Silpi, the first female leader, reminds us of the power of community and the rich history of Banglampoo. She continuously encourages children and females to break all gender barriers and work for a better life.

Stop 3: The Thepthidaram Temple is decorated with images of 52 bhikkhunīs (female monks) on the left side of the ordination hall. Thepthidaram was the first temple that was dedicated to women. The design and architecture were inspired by the female context in Bangkok history and Buddhism. This helps to remind us of an example of women’s contribution to social, cultural, and religious life and the importance of respect for the equal standing between women and men. The Thepthidaram Temple is the third and final stop on the bicycle event ‘A Safe Journey for Her’, taking place on 26 November 2022, signifying the importance of equal rights for women and girls.