Section 1: What is GBV? Gender-based violence takes many forms. We are here to help you understand it, recognize abusive behaviors, and seek help confidently. Abuse is not just physical; it can also be:
- Sexual: Non-consensual sexual contact or behavior.
- Emotional/Psychological: Manipulation, insults, or threats that harm your self-worth.
- Economic: Controlling someone’s ability to access money or resources.
Section 2: Clarifying the Myths
- Myth: GBV only affects women. Fact: GBV can affect anyone, regardless of gender. Understanding this helps everyone recognize violence and assert their rights.
- Myth: Abuse is only physical. Fact: Emotional, economic, and psychological abuse are equally valid and damaging forms of violence.
Section 3: You Are Empowered to Speak Up By reducing stigma and misinformation, we want to empower you with the knowledge and confidence needed to identify abuse early. We offer conversation guides, question prompts, and questionnaires to help you clearly describe your experiences when speaking with psychologists, counselors, social workers, or healthcare providers.