30 Dec Your support fuels the V-Day movement, it makes everything possible
2024 marked the twenty-sixth year of V-Day, a year during which survivors, artists and activists gathered together, channeling art and creativity with a shared vision and mission for a world free from violence. They rose to address the devastating consequences of the ongoing vicious systems of patriarchy, fascism, capitalism and racism in the world today and the destructive battle for power fought over women’s bodies and the Earth.
Photo Credits: Australia (Lyn McCarthy), South Africa (OBR South Africa), Hong Kong (@phyang81), Eswatini (Colani Hlatjwako), India (Jagori Grameen), Philippines (Sarah Elago)
This year, V-Day and One Billion Rising activists once again shattered traditions, transformed systems and changed culture. ONE BILLION RISING global coordinators and teams worldwide staged over 1100 art and activism risings/events across 90 countries localizing the call to RISE FOR FREEDOM, highlighting the most pressing issues within their communities as well as calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and a durable peace, one rooted in dignity, freedom and justice for all. This Fall, activists launched the 2025 theme, RISE FOR FREEDOM, RISE AGAINST FASCISM, and, as we write, are planning their main rising events for the Rising season from V-Day through Earth Day (14 February – 22 April). RISE with us, plan an event in your city/town/university, read the OBR blog and catch up on what’s in the works, and be sure to check out the new activist toolkit and video.
 VOICES: a sacred sistercape premiered at the Apollo in NYC and went live on all streaming platforms. The new audio play and campaign was creative directed by aja monet, produced by V-Day and Hollis Heath and composed by LeahAnn “Lafemmebear” Mitchell. In 2025, activists and creative organizations will present VOICES listening exhibitions, creating space for transformative listening, amplifying resistance, and embodying solidarity with Black women across the diaspora. Interested? Sign up today to stay updated. |
 The BEYOND INCARCERATION PROJECT, led by Roslyn Smith, launched a new writing group in collaboration with Housing Plus, a nonprofit in the Bronx, New York, dedicated to providing supportive housing and comprehensive services for individuals and families experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Read Roz’ blog for the latest updates and Beyond Incarceration advocacy initiatives. |
 With the latest graduation, 2240 survivors have graduated from CITY OF JOY IN THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO, turning their pain into power that is fueling change across the nation. They are change-makers, celebrating their victory over trauma, thriving women who are determined to heal. Co-founder and Director of City of Joy, V-World Farm, and V-Day Congo, Christine Schuler Deschryver shared the story of City of Joy’s model in her first TED talk. Olivia Acland, a journalist from Dua Lipa’s Service95, visited in October, read the story here. |
 At the V-DAY SAFE HOUSE FOR THE GIRLS IN NAROK COUNTY, KENYA, girls continued to break taboos, rejecting Female Genital Mutilation and Early Childhood Marriage, dedicating themselves to their education and communities. Our newly formed scholarship program for high school graduates provided a platform for Safe House graduates to continue their education and follow their careers, visions, and dreams. |
Our 2024 GIVE IN SOLIDARITY FUND supports a range of innovative and courageous grassroots groups who are addressing the most urgent needs of their communities across our movement. By investing in these grassroots projects, we are investing in energy that allows ideas to grow and take hold. Consider making a donation today.
Your support this year has powered new art, ways of listening and artistic risings one billion strong. It has funded grassroots groups who know what they need best. Amidst a year that has been marked by devastation and suffering in Gaza and the West Bank, Sudan, Haiti, Syria, Lebanon, Congo, and Afghanistan, it has provided urgent surgical, mobile health, and crisis care. It has sustained safe houses and spaces for women’s leadership to develop amidst conflict.
Your support fuels the V-Day movement, it makes everything possible.
With our deepest gratitude,
All of us at V-Day, City of Joy, One Billion Rising & Voices
P.S. If your gift is already on its way, thank you.
V-Day is a California 501(c)(3) public charity and is one of the Top-Rated organizations on both Charity Navigator and Guidestar. 31 December is the last day to make charitable donations in order to claim them on your 2024 tax return.