Since 2021 WAAD have held an annual candle light vigil to remember the names of the women and children whose lives have been taken, within the context of abuse within their intimate or family lives. Our annual vigil is held on International Human Rights day which is also the final day of the international 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence on Dec 10th.

Our Vigil is a quiet space to reflect and remember their lives. Domestic and Sexual abuse is a fundamental breach of a person's human rights and this year we would be delighted to share this space with the Human Rights Festival in Newry.