Training On Gender Based Violence
Course Overview
The phenomenon of gender-based violence is pervasive around the world, experienced by one in three women in their lifetimes. The elimination of such violence has been increasingly recognized as a priority for the international community.
The purpose of this course is to improve knowledge and skills on GBV to staff of international humanitarian and development organizations. The course aims to deepen their understanding and engagement in responsive programming to fight, prevent, and respond to gender-based violence.
Target Participants
This course is intended for staff of government agencies, humanitarian organizations, development partners, gender focal points, researchers and other institutions focused on gender equality.
Course Objectives
- To develop a deep understanding of the concept of gender-based violence.
- To identify the root causes and consequences of gender-based violence.
- To equip participants with practical skills for preventing and responding to gender-based violence.
- To promote gender equality and empower participants to become advocates for change.
Course Duration
Classroom- 5 Days
Online- 7 Days
Course Outline
- Sex vs. Gender: What is the Difference?
- Defining Gender-Based Violence its Forms and Consequences
- Sociocultural Roots of Gender-Based Violence
- Global prevalence and impact
- Trauma associated with gender-based violence
- Coping mechanisms and resilience
- Trauma associated with gender-based violence
- Coping mechanisms and resilience
- Primary Prevention
- Secondary Prevention
- Legal rights and available resources
- Trauma-informed care and counseling
- Practical strategies for enhancing safety and security
- Role-play scenarios for responding to disclosures of violence
- Advocacy Strategies
- Policy Advocacy
- Building self-esteem and reclaiming agency
- Peer support networks
- GBV indicators
- Developing and implementing M&E plan
- Performance measurement in GBV interventions
- Monitoring strategies for GBV interventions
- Evaluation of GBV interventions
Training Methodology
This course is delivered by our seasoned trainers who have vast experience as expert professionals in their respective fields of practice. The course is taught through a mix of practical activities, theory, group work, and case studies.
Training manuals and additional reference materials are provided to the participants.
Certification
Upon completion of this training, participants will be issued a certificate.