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GBV Training in Kenya: Prevention, Response & Survivor Support

Overview

The Expedition

The GBV Training in Kenya builds practical skills to identify, prevent, and address Gender-Based Violence across various settings. It emphasizes survivor-centered care, legal standards, and community-based interventions that promote safety and dignity.

Offered online and in-person, the program includes a recognized certification upon completion.

Objectives:

By the end of this GBV Training Course, participants will be able to:

Understand key concepts, causes, and consequences of gender-based violence.
Identify and analyze different forms of GBV and their impact on individuals and communities.
Apply survivor-centered approaches in prevention, care, and response services.
Integrate GBV prevention and response mechanisms into programs and institutional policies.
Strengthen coordination, monitoring, and reporting on GBV interventions.

Target Audience:

This training is ideal for:

Gender and social development officers
Program managers and humanitarian practitioners
Community development officers and social workers
Law enforcement and justice sector personnel
Health workers, counselors, and educators
NGO and government staff involved in GBV programming

Training Duration:

Classroom: 5 Days

Online: 7 Days

TRAINING MODULES

1: Understanding Gender-Based Violence

Definition, forms, and types of GBV
Root causes and contributing factors
Gender, power, and inequality dynamics
Myths and misconceptions surrounding GBV
Impact of GBV on individuals, families, and communities

2: Legal and Policy Frameworks for GBV Prevention and Response

International conventions and treaties on GBV (CEDAW, UNSCR 1325, etc.)
National legal frameworks and policies on GBV
Institutional roles and coordination mechanisms
Human rights-based approaches to GBV prevention
Challenges and opportunities in policy enforcement

3: Survivor-Centered Approaches and Case Management

Principles of a survivor-centered approach
Psychological first aid and trauma-informed care
Referral pathways and multi-sectoral coordination
Confidentiality, informed consent, and ethical considerations
Supporting male, female, and child survivors

4: Community Engagement and Prevention Strategies

Community mobilization for GBV prevention
Engaging men and boys as allies
Communication and advocacy for behavioral change
Integrating GBV prevention into education and livelihood programs
Working with traditional and faith-based leaders

5: GBV in Humanitarian and Conflict Settings

Understanding GBV risks in emergencies and displacement contexts
Protection mechanisms for vulnerable populations
Gender mainstreaming in humanitarian action
Coordination and response systems in crisis settings
Addressing sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA)

6: Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting on GBV Programs

Indicators for GBV prevention and response programs
Data collection, analysis, and ethical considerations
Use of digital tools for GBV data management
Reporting mechanisms and accountability frameworks
Learning, adaptation, and knowledge sharing

Delivery Method

This program is taught through a mix of practical activities, theory, group work and case studies. Training manuals and additional reference materials are provided to the participants.

CERTIFICATION

Upon successful completion of the GBV Training in Kenya, participants will be awarded a certificate of course completion, recognizing their competence in Gender-Based Violence prevention, response, and survivor support.

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