Panel presentations to include:
1) Violence against Women in 12 LAC Countries: Comparative Data from Reproductive, Demographic and Health Surveys (PAHO / CDC)-an important new evidence base from the region. Presented by Alessandra Guedes, PAHO.
2) "Face Validity" of the DHS Domestic Violence Module in Bangladesh-a qualitative research study that used in-depth cognitive interviews to assess the "face validity" of the questions in the DHS Domestic Violence Module, i.e., do the survey items measure what they are intended to measure. Presented by Sidney Schuler, FHI360.
3) GBV Information Management System--a much-needed resource from the International Rescue Committee (IRC), UNHCR, and UNFPA that promotes the safety, respect and dignity of GBV survivors as medical data is collected and compared, especially in humanitarian work in conflict settings. Presented by Karin Wachter, IRC.
4) Ethical Considerations around Data Collection on GBV-a necessary but often neglected lens. Presented by Mary Ellsberg, ICRW.
With Discussant: Sunita Kishor of IFC Macro (formerly ORC Macro).
Where: At PAHO, 525 23rd St, NW, Washington, DC
When: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Fecha: Dec/06/2011