Combating gender-based violence requires an understanding of its causes and contributing factors, which often also serve as barriers to effective prevention and ...
2ruhope for a Violence-Free Society for Women & Girls in Abuja.
Gender-based Violence continues to be an obstacle to fulfillment of the human rights of women and girls. It stands in the way of achieving equality, development and peace. Ultimately, the promise of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) - to leave no one behind - cannot be fulfilled without putting an end to violence against women and girls.
16 ALOUD! CAMPAIGN 4 A ZERO-GBV FUTURE
The “16 Aloud! Campaign” for Gender Justice and Equality is founded on the principles of participation and empowering individuals and communities to promote change and respect for human rights. The goal is to 'Activate Leadership Opportunities to UNiTE Against GBV 4 Inclusive Development'.
The Solutions
Activate Orange-Sensitive Media Practices.
Targeted approaches are required at improving responsible media reporting. Several strategies have been proposed to respond to the menace of gender-based violen ...
Activate Orange-Peace Delegates.
Gender-based violence spikes in conflict and post conflict societies, due to the general break down of the rule of law, the availability of small arms, the bre ...
Activate Orange-Responsive Justice Systems.
Gender-based violence (GBV) against women is a human rights violation and is both a cause and consequence of gender inequality. In turn, gender inequality, as w ...
Activate Orange Communities.
It is important to bridge the gap between decision-makers and grassroots impact. There is usually a huge gap between policy development and policy action. The e ...
Activate Orange-Aid.
Gender-based violence can have serious long-term and life-threatening consequences for victims/survivors. These can range from permanent disability or death to ...