Mental health awareness is essential for ensuring that survivors of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) receive the care they need to heal and move forward with their lives. Governments and NGOs can help by providing safe spaces, specialized services, and training staff who will be working with GBV survivors. Through a holistic approach to care, we can create a better future for survivors.
Gender-based violence (GBV) affects millions of people across the globe in a multitude of ways. While progress has been made to reduce it, many are still suffering and need our help. Whether you have someone close who is struggling with GBV or wish to get involved on an advocacy level – there’s plenty we can do as individuals to support those affected by this horrible crime. We must first remember that for real breakthroughs occur, survivors must be willing and able to empower themselves too. Check out five powerful ideas that could make a difference when fighting gender-based violence.
Gender-based violence (GBV) is a global phenomenon that affects millions of individuals – including those with disability – regardless of socioeconomic background, race, and age.
Unfortunately, people with disability are especially vulnerable to the devastating effects of gender-based violence. There is a growing recognition by international organizations, governments, civil society, and other stakeholders that GBV within this population must be acknowledged and addressed. To better equip actors working on the topic from different angles and areas, it is essential to understand the unique challenges faced by people with disability when experiencing GBV as well as potential solutions available for responding to this issue at all levels. In this blog, we will take an in-depth look at how gender-based violence impacts people with disability and what options are available for effective prevention strategies.
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