The 16 Days of Activism for No Violence against Women and Children is an international initiative endorsed by the United Nations. It takes place annually, beginning on 25 November, which is International Day of No Violence against Women and Children. It runs to 10 December, which is International Human Rights Day. Other key commemorative days during this period include World Aids Day on 1 December and International Day for Persons with Disabilities, which falls on 3 December of every year.