This module outlines key approaches and intervention strategies for engaging the security sector and provides step-by-step guidance on how to design, implement, monitor and evaluate initiatives that work with the police primarily (and in specific contexts, the military) to respond to violence against women and girls. The guidance is complemented by illustrative examples and in-depth case studies of good and promising practice, along with annotated references to key tools, manuals, training modules and other materials (text, audio, visual) on how to work with the police, military and other security actors.
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Last edited: October 16, 2017
Security
Interventions should be context-specific to enhance outcomes and “do no harm” Security efforts should be focused on taking a survivor-centred approach Programmes should engage the hierarchical structure and chain of commandSecurity institutions should ensure ‘zero tolerance’ of all forms of violence against women Programmes should promote open communication which empowers survivors and communitiesEfforts should involve both dedicated and integrated programming