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Figure 2: Percentage of women ever experienced violence. Source: Demographic health survey for the Eastern, Western, Central and Southern region of Africa

Localization can be an Answer to the Double Burden of HIV and Gender-Based Violence

Throughout the 2023 16 Days of Activism Against GBV, individuals and organizations around the world organized events to build awareness around issues related to gender-based violence. Pictured here: WI-HER Gender Advisors and various partners, under USAID IHP, organized an awareness raising walk in Nigeria. Other activities held during the 16 days included advocacy events with ministries, community sensitization meetings, school outreach, media engagement, and more.

The Critical Need for Collaboration in the Pursuit of Ending Gender-Based Violence

Sandra Bunch, WI-HER Director, Strategic Growth and Partnerships

Acts of Courage: Reflections on My Work in GBV Prevention and Response

Documentation is one of the most important, but often neglected, components of an effective health sector response to GBV.

Operationalizing the Guiding Principles of the USAID Strategy to Address Gender-Based Violence (GBV): WI-HER’s work in GBV Prevention and Response in Nigeria

Through USAID IHP, WI-HER worked with and supported local leaders in building awareness among men regarding access to healthcare services, especially RMNCH services.

Male Engagement to Reduce Maternal Mortality in Sokoto State, Nigeria

The GYESI Analysis and Strategy will inform gender-sensitive and socially inclusive activities for all activity participants. Photo credit: Emily Springer

WI-HER joins RTI International to implement USAID’s Feed the Future Ethiopia Transforming Agriculture activity

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