Course description

Key Topics:

1. Understanding Culture and Tradition

   • Distinguishing between beneficial and harmful cultural practices.
   • Exploring the intersection of gender, roles, and societal expectations.

2. GBV and FGM Situations in Nigeria

   • Statistical analysis and case studies.
   • Identifying vulnerable populations and high-risk environments.

3. Impact Analysis

   • Physical, psychological, and socio-economic effects of GBV and FGM on individuals and communities.

4. Challenges to Intervention

   • Addressing cultural stigmas and societal norms.
   • Overcoming resource and policy implementation barriers.

5. Legal Frameworks and Policies

   • Examination of the Violence Against Persons (Prohibition) Act (VAPP) and other relevant laws.
   • Strategies for community-based advocacy and law enforcement collaboration.

6. Call to Action

   • Empowering educators to identify, report, and prevent GBV.
   • Engaging students and community members in promoting empathy and inclusion.

Learning Outcomes:

• Develop an in-depth understanding of GBV and FGM, their prevalence, and impact.
• Acquire skills to identify early warning signs of GBV among young learners.
• Learn effective approaches for addressing harmful practices while respecting cultural sensitivities.
• Foster partnerships with community leaders and policymakers to create systemic change.

Target Audience:
Teachers, school administrators, community leaders, and child protection advocates who seek to address GBV and FGM effectively in their local contexts.

Course Format:
The course combines interactive sessions, group discussions, and case studies to ensure practical application of knowledge.

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