RWAMREC with the sponsorship from UNIFEM conducted a series of training in GAKENKE District from 20th September 2010 on "Engaging men as partners to women in preventing violence and promoting healthy families in Rwandan communities". Training series are expected to be conducted throughout September till end of November 2010.
The objectives of the trainings
- Enhance the culture of gender equality and equity in the Rwandan communities for effective prevention of GBV.
- Men and Women are empowered to fight GBV and this is demonstrated by their commitment through involvement in preventive actions in community and workplaces.
- Enhance partnership and dialogue between men and women to lead to consciousness-raising groups, gender awareness programs, advocacy campaigns, and mentoring programs for effective prevention of GBV and creation of positive male role models.
- To establish focal points/groups within Gakenke's community to sensitize their peers on fight against GBV.
The training series are designed and conducted by experienced trainers from RWAMREC in partnership with outside expert in Gender issues with extensive expertise in the fields of working with men and preventing gender based violence.
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