Background and Rationale
Gender-Based Violence (GBV) remains a critical social and public health issue. According to UN Women, nearly one in three women globally experience physical or sexual violence in their lifetime. In many communities, GBV is normalized due to harmful gender norms, unequal power relations, economic dependency, and lack of awareness.
While legal frameworks exist, prevention requires grassroots-level transformation. Community engagement approaches—supported by organizations such as UNICEF and United Nations Population Fund—have demonstrated that lasting change occurs when communities themselves challenge violence and promote equality.
This proposal aims to implement a structured, community-led prevention model to reduce GBV and promote safe, inclusive environments for women and girls.
Project Goal
To prevent Gender-Based Violence by strengthening community awareness, promoting gender equality, and establishing survivor-support mechanisms.
Objectives
- Increase community awareness of GBV and legal rights.
- Engage men and boys as allies in violence prevention.
- Strengthen women’s support networks and economic resilience.
- Establish community-based reporting and referral systems.
- Promote youth leadership in gender equality initiatives.
Target Beneficiaries
- 1,000 women and girls (direct beneficiaries)
- 500 men and boys
- 300 adolescents (school-going youth)
- Community leaders, teachers, and local authorities
Indirect beneficiaries: Entire community population (approx. 5,000 individuals)
Project Activities
- Community Awareness Campaigns
- Village meetings and public dialogues
- Street theatre and poster campaigns
- Distribution of educational materials
- GBV awareness days and rallies
- Men and Boys Engagement Program
- Workshops on positive masculinity
- Peer discussion groups
- Fatherhood engagement sessions
- Women’s Empowerment & Support Groups
- School-Based Youth Program
- Gender equality sessions in schools
- Anti-bullying and harassment campaigns
- Youth leadership clubs
- Establishment of Referral Mechanism
Expected Outcomes
- 40% increase in GBV awareness levels
- Increased reporting of cases through safe channels
- Improved attitudes toward gender equality among men and youth
- Functional community-based support system
- Reduced tolerance for violence
Monitoring & Evaluation
- Baseline and endline surveys
- Attendance and participation tracking
- Community feedback sessions
- Case documentation
- Quarterly progress reports
Sustainability Plan
- Training local volunteers as GBV champions
- Integration with local government programs
- Strengthening women’s self-help groups
- Community contribution mechanisms
Estimated Budget (Sample – Small Scale Project)
Staff & Trainers $XXXXX
Training Materials $XXXXX
Community Campaigns $XXXXX
Workshops & Events $XXXXX
Monitoring & Evaluation $XXXXX
Administrative Costs $XXXXX
Total Estimated Budget $XXXXX
Conclusion
Preventing Gender-Based Violence requires a collective effort. Through structured community engagement, inclusive participation of men and youth, and strengthened support systems, this project aims to create safer communities where women and girls can live free from violence.
