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This e-learning course introduces participants to general definitions, concepts and normative and legal frameworks related to concepts of gender-based violence. The course will cover forms, causes and consequences of GBV in conflict contexts, as well as on an endemic basis. Prevention and response programming, as well as models underpinning mainstreaming and targeted actions on GBV, and the need for coordinated approaches will be covered. The course will provide basic knowledge and skills on GBV to staff of international humanitarian and development organisations aiming to deepen their understanding and engagement on GBV responsive programming.

This certificate course involves approximately 30 hours of reading, discussion, webinars, a written assignment and quizzes, and is offered over a 6-week period. The course is based on a participatory, active learning approach, with an emphasis on critical reflection and peer-to-peer learning. Participants will do the required readings, prepare interim and final assignments and participate in group discussions. Case studies will be used to enable interactive learning and activities.

Local: Online
Date: Jan/29/2014 - Mar/11/2014
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The course is intended for individuals who will conduct or commission research on gender-based violence.  It will be of particular interest to those who want to add a ‘violence component’ to study that is quantitative or qualitative study or an intervention evaluation. It is relevant for individuals working on health-related topics such as, sexual and reproductive health, maternal health, HIV, mental health and substance use.

Upon completing the course, participants will have a strong understanding of: current gold standard methods to conceptualise and measure violence exposures, various methodological techniques for assessing the relationship between violence and health outcomes; and practical issues faced when meeting ethical and safety obligations.

 

Local: London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
Date: Feb/17/2014 - Feb/21/2014
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This event will simultaneously launch Issue 60 of the Humanitarian Exchange, the theme of which is Gender-based violence in emergencies, and Network Paper 77 Preventing and responding to gender-based violence in humanitarian crises, by ODI research fellow,Rebecca Holmes, and Dharini Bhuvanendra.  This paper reflects on the findings of a DFID-funded review of the literature on this topic the authors also recently conducted.  Speakers will discuss some of the key issues highlighted in these publications including the challenges associated with prevention and response programming, the different forms of violence facing women and girls in particular and the ways in which the needs of survivors can be better addressed in humanitarian crises.

Speakers:

Clea Kahn – Humanitarian Advisor, Conflict Humanitarian and Security Department, Department for International Development (DFID)

Aurélie Lamazière - Gender Issues Coordinator,Geneva Call

Sarah Cotton - Public Affairs and Communications Advisor, International Committee of the Red Cross 

Aisha Bain - Advocacy Advisor for the Women’s Protection & Empowerment Technical Unit, International Rescue Committee

Alina Potts - Emergency Response & Preparedness Coordinator, Women’s Protection & Empowerment Technical Unit, International Rescue Committee

Chair:

Wendy Fenton – Humanitarian Practice Network Coordinator

Time: 14:00 - 16:00 (GMT+00)

Local: Online
Date: Feb/18/2014
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