Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Awareness, Prevention and Response Course

Introduction

Gender-Based Violence (GBV) is one of the most pervasive human rights violations globally, affecting individuals across all ages, genders, and socio-economic backgrounds. This course is designed to equip participants with comprehensive knowledge, practical skills, and response strategies to prevent, identify, and address GBV in diverse settings including communities, workplaces, and institutions.

Despite increased awareness, GBV continues to persist due to deep-rooted social norms, inequality, weak legal enforcement, and limited survivor support systems. This course addresses these challenges by providing participants with a structured understanding of GBV forms, causes, consequences, and prevention strategies rooted in human rights and survivor-centered approaches.

The course provides an in-depth exploration of GBV frameworks, international conventions, and national legal instruments that guide prevention and response efforts. Participants will learn how to apply these frameworks in real-life situations to support survivors, strengthen referral systems, and promote accountability within institutions and communities.

A strong focus is placed on practical response mechanisms, including case management, psychosocial support, legal referral pathways, and safeguarding systems. Participants will gain skills in designing and implementing survivor-centered interventions that prioritize dignity, safety, and confidentiality.

Emerging issues such as online gender-based violence, conflict-related sexual violence, economic abuse, and the role of technology in GBV prevention are integrated into the curriculum. These topics ensure participants are prepared to respond to evolving forms of violence in both physical and digital spaces.

Through case studies, simulations, and practical exercises, participants will gain hands-on experience in GBV prevention and response. By the end of the course, participants will be able to design and implement effective GBV programs that promote safety, justice, and protection for all.

Who Should Attend

• GBV response officers and case workers
• Gender and social development specialists
• NGO and humanitarian workers
• Health care professionals and counselors
• Law enforcement officers and justice officials
• Government social protection officers
• Community leaders and advocates
• Programme and project managers
• Development partners and donor agencies
• Human rights defenders
• Researchers and academicians
• Child protection officers

Duration

5 Days

Course Objectives

• Equip participants with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills to prevent, identify, and respond effectively to Gender-Based Violence in diverse community, institutional, and humanitarian contexts.
• Strengthen participants’ capacity to understand the root causes, forms, and consequences of GBV and how they are influenced by social, cultural, and structural inequalities.
• Develop practical skills in designing and implementing GBV prevention programs that are survivor-centered, inclusive, and aligned with international human rights standards.
• Enhance understanding of legal frameworks, policies, and international conventions that guide GBV prevention, protection, and response systems.
• Build competencies in case management, referral systems, and coordination mechanisms for effective GBV survivor support services.
• Equip learners with tools to provide psychosocial support, counseling referrals, and safe reporting mechanisms for GBV survivors.
• Strengthen participants’ ability to integrate GBV prevention strategies into development programs, policies, and institutional frameworks.
• Promote knowledge of community engagement strategies to challenge harmful social norms and promote behavior change.
• Enhance capacity to address emerging forms of GBV including digital violence, economic abuse, and conflict-related sexual violence.
• Empower participants to design and implement effective GBV prevention and response interventions that ensure safety, dignity, justice, and long-term protection for survivors.

Comprehensive Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Gender-Based Violence

• Definitions and forms of GBV
• Causes and drivers of violence
• Impact on individuals and communities
• Global prevalence and trends

Module 2: Legal and Policy Frameworks

• International GBV conventions
• National legal systems
• Human rights instruments
• Protection policies

Module 3: GBV Prevention Strategies

• Community awareness programs
• Behavior change approaches
• Engaging men and boys
• Prevention frameworks

Module 4: Survivor-Centered Approaches

• Principles of survivor care
• Confidentiality and dignity
• Safety planning
• Ethical considerations

Module 5: Case Management and Referral Systems

• Case identification
• Referral pathways
• Service coordination
• Documentation systems

Module 6: Psychosocial Support and Counseling

• Psychological first aid
• Trauma-informed care
• Counseling basics
• Support systems

Module 7: GBV in Humanitarian Contexts

• Conflict-related violence
• Emergency response systems
• Displacement and vulnerability
• Humanitarian coordination

Module 8: Community Engagement and Advocacy

• Awareness campaigns
• Social norm change
• Stakeholder engagement
• Advocacy strategies

Module 9: Emerging Issues in GBV

• Digital and online GBV
• Economic abuse
• Child and early marriage
• Technology-facilitated violence

Module 10: GBV Response Simulation Project

• Case study analysis
• Role-play simulations
• Program design exercises
• Practical response planning

Training Approach

The instructor led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprises of presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web-based tutorials and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professional and trainers in these fields.

All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English. The participants should be reasonably proficient in English.

Certification

Upon successful completion of the training, participants will be awarded a certificate of completion by Steady Development Center.

Training Venue

The training will be held online. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, tutorials and all required training manuals. Any other personal expenses are catered by the participant.
For registration and further enquiries, contact us on:

• Tel: +254 701 180 097
• Email: training@steadytrainingcenter.com

Tailor-Made Option

This course can be customized to suit the specific needs of your organization and be delivered on-line to any convenient location.

Terms Of Payment

Upon agreement by both parties’ payment should be made to Steady Development Center’s official account at least 3 working days before training begins to facilitate adequate preparation.

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