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Research Query: Feminist Approaches to GBViE Research, Policy-Making and Programming, Helpdesk
17 Dec, 2019
An annotated bibliography of existing literature and resources to guide GBViE practitioners on feminist principles and approaches to GBVIE research, policy-making and programming
Training: Gender-based Violence in Humanitarian Action
Whether working (or willing to work) in natural or human made crisis, protection, child protection, and gender-based violence (GBV) specialists need to possess a unique set of skills and competencies to navigate the complexities and demands of designing, implementing, and evaluating a GBV-focused intervention in humanitarian action. From acting as a full-time dedicated GBV specialist or being able to meaningfully mainstream GBV-focused interventions within other sectors’ priorities, the competences of this profile have proven to be essential for setting up and running response services for survivors, prioritizing women and girls’ needs and voices, as well as to bring a sustainable transformative change for the affected population.
International Day of Zero Tolerance to Female Genital Mutilation
Female genital mutilation (FGM) comprises all procedures that involve altering or injuring the female genitalia for non-medical reasons and is recognized internationally as a violation of the human rights of girls and women. It reflects deep-rooted inequality between the sexes, and constitutes an extreme form of discrimination against women and girls. The practice also violates their rights to sexual and reproductive health, security and physical integrity, their right to be free from torture and cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment, and their right to life when the procedure results in death.
Zero Discrimination Day
On Zero Discrimination Day, UNAIDS calls on countries to examine discriminatory provisions in their laws and policies and make positive changes to ensure equality, inclusion and protection. “Human rights violations are happening all over the world because of discriminatory laws and practices,” said Michel Sidibé, Executive Director of UNAIDS. “Laws must protect, not cause harm. All countries must carefully examine their laws and policies in order to ensure equality and protection for all people, without exception.” On Zero Discrimination Day, UNAIDS recalls the equal dignity and worth of every person, as enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and is calling for action to change discriminatory laws and practices, which are a significant barrier for access to health and other services.
International Women's Day
International Women’s Day is a time to reflect on progress made, to call for change and to celebrate acts of courage and determination by ordinary women who have played an extraordinary role in the history of their countries and communities.
World Health's Day
The World Health Day is a global health awareness day celebrated every year on 7 April, under the sponsorship of the World Health Organization, as well as other related organizations. In 1948, the WHO hold the First World Health Assembly.
Webinar: Impacts of COVID-19 on Wemen & Girls - GBV AoR
Recent travel restrictions due to COVID-19 prevent the REGA team from providing their normal level of in-country support. Therefore, they have organized a series of short, field-oriented webinars in English and French throughout March and April to ensure that technical support is constant during this global crisis. What will the webinars focus on? These webinars will provide practical guidance on: 1.Impact of COVID-19 on women and girls: mitigating GBV risks 2.Your role as a GBV Specialist/Coordinator: what are the key actions related to COVID-19 that you need to implement? 3.Best practices on general GBViE preparedness: presentation from an expert 4.Linkages between GBV and drought: presentation of the latest research produced by IUCN 5.GBV Case management: focus on supervision 6.Open topic - any suggestion? The webinars will be held every Thursdays at 09:30 CET/ 11:30 EAT in English and 11.30 CET/ 13.30 EAT in French starting from the 19th March 2020 for at least 6 weeks. P...