School-related gender-based violence (SRGBV) has an adverse impact on access and the quality of learning and teaching in classrooms all over the world. Emerging research and programming are addressing gender-based violence in and around schools in very innovative ways, and there exists an important opportunity for collaboration and knowledge sharing among researchers and practitioners. The EQUATE project, which is supported by USAID’s Office of Women in Development, is pleased to launch a 3-part discussion series called, “Highlighting Emerging Practices and Considerations in School-Related Gender-Based Violence (SRGBV)”. The series aims to: highlight good practices, provide a forum for colleagues to share new ideas and important considerations, and further strengthen the emerging field of SRGBV. What: “Highlighting Emerging Practices and Considerations in School-Related Gender-Based Violence (SRGBV)”* Session 1: Sharing Good Practices in Preventing and Responding to SRGBV (Tuesday, June 12th, 12:00 – 2:00pm) Session 2: Understanding the Gender Dynamics in SRGBV Programs (Tuesday, July 17th, 12:00 – 2:00pm) Session 3: Identifying Promising Approaches to Monitoring and Evaluation in SRGBV Programming (Tuesday, August 7th, 12:00 – 2:00pm) *Light refreshments will be provided. Where: Solar Room, Management Systems International 600 Water Street, SW Washington, DC 20024 Invitees: Anyone interested in knowing more about SRGBV or sharing their experiences with programming or research around SRGBV. Space will be limited to 25 participants. Please feel free to forward this announcement to others who may be interested. RSVP: equate@msi-inc.com by June 5th, 2007 (for the June 12th event)
Highlighting Emerging Practices and Considerations in School-Related Gender-Based Violence
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