Gender-based violence

Gender norms and gender stereotypes created by our societies may lead to unequal treatment, discrimination, and violence. Gender-based violence (GBV) is violence that is committed against a person or a group on the basis of their gender. It can be based on gender roles, expectations, or limitations and it includes any harm that results from power inequities based on gender roles. It both reflects and reinforces inequalities between men and women.

Sexual violence

Sexual violence is touching someone's body in a sexual way without permission, sex without consent, forcing someone to engage in other sexual acts, or making unwanted sexually harassing comments. Let's learn about different types of sexual violence through these videos:

Bullying

Bullying is when one person hurts, harms or is mean to another person over and over again. Some bullies may be mean by repeatedly tripping, hitting, or pushing someone, while other bullies may leave a person out or not invite them to join games or group activities. Other bullies may send mean messages through text or social media over and over again.

Breaking gender stereotypes

We are going to learn about stereotypes that are often attached to boys and girls, and how these affect us. Let's reflect: If you could change a gender role that exists in your community today, what would it be and what could you do to help change it? Take a moment to think about your answer. This is just for you.