As the UN’s 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence gets underway – an international campaign running from 25th November to 10th December calling for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls – we’re highlighting The Queen’s recent patronage of the Samoa Victim Support Group. SVSG provides vital support to victims of crime and abuse. Through professional services and advocacy, the organisation empowers survivors to reclaim their lives and works to build safer communities for women, children and vulnerable populations. Her Majesty’s patronage reflects her longstanding commitment to ending violence against women and girls, supporting organisations that provide refuge, advocacy and hope to those who need it most. Together, we can build a world where all can live free from fear and violence. Her Majesty has said of her new patronage: “Almost exactly a year ago, I visited SVSG and was immediately struck by your outstanding work with victims of abuse t...