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A practical approach to gender-based violence: A programme guide for health care providers and managers (pdf 480kb)

This guide provides support to health care practitioners in developing practical projects and initiatives to combat gender based violence.

It covers a range of issues, including:

- Key concepts and definitions
- Gender based violence and reproductive and sexual health
- The importance of asking clients about gender based violence
- Barriers to talking about gender based violence
- Design options for developing projects on gender based violence
- The role of health facilities and their staff

The guide also provides references to further information and resources on this issue.

 

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