The Empowered Aid online course is now available in Spanish, French, and Arabic, in addition to English! This course teaches humanitarian actors how to identify risks of sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) in aid delivery, and apply strategies to reduce them. The course consists of five self-paced modules that include interactive case studies, expert videos, and practice exercises to increase knowledge on SEA risks and recommendations and strategies to monitor and mitigate these risks. Read More
Gender-based Violence
Prevention of Perpetration of Intimate Partner Violence by Men and Boys in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: A Scoping Review of Primary Prevention Interventions
Intimate partner violence (IPV) affects the health of women across the globe, with the greatest burden encountered by women in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). This scoping review aims to summarize and critically examine primary prevention interventions addressing IPV perpetration by men and boys in LMICs and identify gaps in the evidence base. Read More
“Nobody Helped Me” Forced Migration and Sexual and Gender-Based Violence: Findings From the SEREDA Project
This report outlines the findings of the Sexual & Gender Based Violence against Refugees from Displacement to Arrival (SEREDA) project, a multi-country research initiative that examines the nature and extent of sexual and gender based violence (SGBV) experienced by forced migrants throughout the journey from displacement to settlement in countries of refuge. The project also explores how health and social consequences are identified and addressed and how SGBV experiences shape integration processes. Read More
How to Integrate Mental Health and Psychosocial Interventions in Gender-Based Violence Programs in Low-Resource Settings
Stakeholders can use this how-to note to gain a deeper understanding of how to better integrate mental health concerns gender-based violence prevention and response activities. The note advocates for using survivor-centered and trauma-informed approaches. Read More
Literature Review of Family Based Accommodation, Hosting and Alternative Care Guidance and Procedures for Promising Practice of GBV Risk Mitigation in Private and Community Based Accommodation
This paper focuses on promising practices from shelter, hosting, and alternative care guidance and procedures that mitigate gender-based violence (GBV) risks. It is envisaged that this review will inform the development of a practical guidance resource and a key messages brief that address GBV risk mitigation in private and community-based accommodation provided to refugees fleeing the war in Ukraine. Read More
Inside the FP Story
The “Inside the FP Story” podcast explores the fundamentals of designing and implementing family planning programming. Season 3 will explore how to approach gender integration in family planning programs—including reproductive empowerment, gender-based violence prevention and response, and male engagement. Hear from a variety of guests as they offer practical examples and specific guidance on integrating gender awareness and equality within their family planning programs. The podcast launches Wednesday, April 20, with new episodes released every Wednesday until May 3. Read More
