Preventing Gender Based Violence and Raising Awareness on Gender Issues
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This course aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of gender-based violence and its prevention. It focuses on raising awareness about the causes and impact of violence, while offering practical strategies to address and prevent such issues. Designed to promote gender equality and challenge harmful societal norms, the course equips participants with the knowledge and tools needed to make informed decisions and take meaningful action toward creating safer and more inclusive communities. By the end, participants will be empowered to contribute to efforts in reducing violence and supporting gender equality.
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Gender EqualityThis course provides an in-depth exploration of gender equality, focusing on both the progress made and the challenges that remain. It highlights the gender equality standards set by the Council of Europe and examines the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on women, particularly in terms of domestic violence, economic inequality, and restrictions on sexual and reproductive rights. Participants will also learn about the importance of addressing gender stereotypes and biases, particularly within the justice system, and the need for gender-sensitive policies to ensure women’s equal access to justice and decision-making. The course emphasizes the protection and integration of migrant, refugee, and asylum-seeking women and girls, and the crucial role of gender mainstreaming in achieving real gender equality across all sectors of society.
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Violence Against Women
This course covers the issue of violence against women and the measures in place to address it, with a focus on the Istanbul Convention. It explores the core elements of the Convention, including its focus on prevention, protection, prosecution, and coordinated policies. The course also examines key provisions such as the criminalization of various forms of violence, protections for migrant women and asylum seekers, and the involvement of relevant authorities in addressing violence. Additionally, it reviews the monitoring system used to assess the implementation of the Convention and discusses the ongoing challenges in ensuring effective support for victims.
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Violence Prevention
This course introduces violence prevention through the ecological model, offering a comprehensive framework for understanding the complex causes of gender-based violence. Participants will explore how traditional masculinity norms and difficulties in emotional regulation contribute to violent behavior, and will learn strategies for promoting non-violent communication, even in conflict situations. The course includes practical exercises and discussions, focusing on techniques to manage anger and prevent violent reactions. A key strategy presented is the "Time-out" method, designed to help individuals pause and avoid escalation, fostering more constructive conflict resolution.
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