Gender-based Violence Prevention Through Social Protection Training Course

Introduction

In the global fight against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), it is increasingly recognized that robust social protection systems can play a pivotal role, moving beyond mere response to active prevention. This essential training course is meticulously designed to equip policymakers, social protection practitioners, gender specialists, humanitarian actors, and GBV responders with the specialized knowledge and practical skills required for using safety nets to address and prevent GBV. Participants will gain a robust understanding of the linkages between poverty, vulnerability, and GBV, gender-transformative social protection design, safe referral pathways, economic empowerment strategies, and community-led approaches, enabling them to design and implement programs that mitigate risks and foster safer environments for women, girls, and other vulnerable groups. Our comprehensive curriculum emphasizes hands-on application, best practices, and real-world case studies pertinent to the social development and GBV response landscape in Nairobi, Kenya, and across the African continent, empowering you to build more equitable and violence-free societies.

This GBV prevention social protection course is crucial for individuals and organizations in Kenya striving to enhance the effectiveness of their interventions by integrating a gender-sensitive and GBV-aware lens into all social welfare initiatives. Mastering gender-transformative social safety nets, implementing GBV-sensitive cash transfers, and understanding strategies for safe referral and survivor support within social programs are indispensable for addressing the root causes of violence, empowering survivors, and creating protective environments. This program offers an unparalleled opportunity to elevate your expertise in social protection for gender equality and integrated GBV programming, positioning your organization at the forefront of holistic human security and driving significant human development outcomes across the region.

Target Audience

• Social Protection Policy Makers & Program Managers
• Gender Equality & GBV Specialists
• Humanitarian Aid Workers
• Social Workers & Frontline Responders
• Government Officials (Gender, Social Affairs, Health)
• NGOs & CSOs focusing on GBV & Women's Empowerment
• Researchers in Gender & Social Policy

Course Objectives

• Understand the complex linkages between socio-economic vulnerability, poverty, and Gender-Based Violence.
• Learn about different forms of GBV and their prevalence, particularly in vulnerable communities.
• Master principles of conflict sensitivity and "do no harm" in social protection programs to avoid exacerbating GBV risks.
• Develop proficiency in designing gender-transformative social protection programs that actively prevent GBV.
• Explore strategies for integrating safe and confidential GBV referral pathways into social protection delivery.
• Understand how social protection can empower women economically, reducing their vulnerability to GBV.
• Learn about community-based approaches to GBV prevention and norms change through social protection.
• Identify ethical considerations, data privacy, and survivor-centered approaches in GBV-sensitive programming.
• Develop effective multi-sectoral coordination mechanisms for integrated GBV prevention and response.
• Understand data collection and monitoring strategies for tracking GBV prevention outcomes in social protection.
• Explore financing mechanisms for GBV-sensitive and transformative social protection.
• Drive the implementation of social protection programs that actively contribute to GBV prevention.
• Position yourself as a leader in leveraging social safety nets for a future free from gender-based violence.

Duration

5 Days

Course Content

Module 1. Understanding Gender-Based Violence and its Drivers

• Defining GBV: physical, sexual, psychological, economic violence, and harmful practices
• Root causes and drivers of GBV, including poverty, inequality, and social norms
• The disproportionate impact of GBV on women, girls, and marginalized groups
• Linkages between economic vulnerability, humanitarian crises, and increased GBV risks
• Current GBV prevalence and response mechanisms in Kenya

Module 2. The Nexus of Social Protection and GBV Prevention module

• How social protection can inadvertently exacerbate or mitigate GBV risks
• Moving beyond "GBV-sensitive" to "GBV-transformative" social protection
• The protective role of cash transfers, livelihoods support, and public services
• Addressing economic stressors that contribute to GBV
• Examples of social protection programs contributing to GBV prevention globally

Module 3. Designing Gender-Transformative Social Protection module

• Incorporating gender analysis into social protection program design
• Targeting and payment modalities that empower women and reduce GBV risks
• Promoting women's control over assets and decision-making within households
• Engaging men and boys in social protection for gender equality
• Designing complementary services to enhance women's agency and safety

Module 4. Safe Referral and Response Mechanisms module

• Establishing clear and confidential GBV referral pathways for social protection beneficiaries
• Training frontline social protection staff on GBV identification, empathetic response, and safe referrals
• Integrating GBV services (e.g., shelters, legal aid, psychosocial support) with social protection delivery
• Implementing "do no harm" principles in all interactions
• Developing survivor-centered approaches to support

Module 5. Economic Empowerment and GBV Prevention module

• How economic empowerment can reduce vulnerability to GBV
• Linking social transfers with vocational training, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy for women
• Promoting women's participation in local markets and value chains
• Addressing discriminatory norms that limit women's economic opportunities
• Building assets and savings for women as a protective measure

Module 6. Community-Based Approaches and Norms Change module

• Engaging communities in GBV prevention through social protection dialogues
• Challenging harmful social norms and power imbalances at the community level
• The role of male engagement and community leadership in promoting gender equality
• Supporting community-based GBV prevention networks
• Creating safe spaces and support groups for women and girls

Module 7. Data, Ethics, and Sustainable Programming module

• Ethical considerations in collecting and managing GBV-related data in social protection
• Ensuring data privacy, confidentiality, and security for survivors
• Monitoring and evaluating GBV prevention outcomes of social protection programs
• Financing mechanisms for sustained GBV-sensitive social protection
• Advocacy for policy frameworks that integrate social protection and GBV prevention efforts in Africa

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre.

We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 10 working days before commencement of the training.