International Economic Abuse Awareness Day
Ending Economic Abuse. Advancing Rights and Economic Freedom.
November 26
TOGETHER ACROSS BORDERS
Economic abuse is a form of gender-based violence that undermines women’s and girls’ rights, safety and economic autonomy. Every woman and girl has the right to live free from violence and make decisions about her resources, livelihood and future.
Join communities and organizations worldwide to challenge unequal power, centre survivors’ voices and take collective action to prevent and end economic abuse.
© 2025 by Canadian Center for Women's Empowerment
6.9%
of women in the Philippines lose income sources due to abuse; 3.8% are prevented from working.
x 3
Indigenous Women, in Canada are x3 more likely to experience economic abuse than non-Indigenous women.
40%
of women in Palestine are barred from discretionary use of family money.
55%
Over 55% of women worldwide avoid formal help due to cultural and systemic barriers.
Economic abuse keeps survivors trapped, limits independence, and undermines fundamental human rights. By raising awareness, connecting across borders, and sharing solutions, we can break the cycle of economic injustice.
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS
Economic abuse directly undermines multiple Sustainable Development Goals including: 1, 5, 8, 10, 16, and 17.
LEARN MORE, GET INVOLVED
EVENTS
Take action this November 26: host or join an event to amplify survivor voices and drive change.
TAKE ACTION
Explore practical ways to take action—whether as an individual, organization, or policymaker—to raise awareness and help end economic abuse.
