Tag: Supporting Survivors

5 Ways To Help A Person Going Through Gender-Based Violence

5 Ways To Help A Person Going Through Gender-Based Violence

Gender-based violence isn’t just a personal issue. It’s a global crisis.

According to UN Women, nearly 1 in 3 women worldwide (about 736 million) have experienced physical or sexual violence in their lifetime. And those are just the cases we know about. Many more suffer in silence due to fear, stigma, or lack of support.

Whether it’s a friend, family member, coworker, or neighbor, someone in your life may be silently living through the trauma of abuse right now. Knowing how to respond with compassion, care, and clarity can make all the difference.

In our latest blog, we share 5 meaningful ways to support someone facing gender-based violence. You’ll also learn what not to do, and why small, thoughtful actions can empower survivors on their path to healing. If you’ve ever wanted to help but weren’t sure how, this is where to start.

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The Power of Innovation in Preventing Violence Against Women

7 Innovative Approaches to Support Gender-based Violence Survivors in the Aftermath of Humanitarian Crises

The impact of gender-based violence can be devastating during humanitarian crises, yet the complex and sensitive nature of this issue often leads to it being overlooked. To create a meaningful change in the lives of survivors, efforts must go beyond traditional responses towards initiatives that are innovative and grounded in survivor needs and rights.

This article looks at seven such approaches for informing the landscape on how to better support gender-based violence survivors impacted by war, environmental disasters or other mass crises.

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5 Ways To Help A Person Going Through Gender-Based Violence

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.

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