Gender based violence
Gender-based violence (GBV) and harmful practices are pervasive issues that affect millions of people around the world. GBV refers to any form of violence or abuse that is perpetrated against someone based on their gender or sexual identity. Harmful practices, on the other hand, are cultural or traditional practices that are harmful or oppressive to individuals based on their gender. Gender-based violence can take many forms, including physical violence, sexual violence, emotional abuse, and economic abuse. It can occur in many different settings, including the home, the workplace, and in public spaces. GBV is often perpetrated by intimate partners, family members, or acquaintances. Harmful practices can also take many different forms. These practices include female genital mutilation/cutting, forced marriage, honor killings, and dowry-related violence. These practices are often deeply rooted in cultural traditions and are seen as a way to control or subjugate women and girls. The...