Gender-Based Violence in the Modern Era: What We Know Works So Far

In our second session of the MenEngage CoLab series, we shifted our focus from analysis to action. Following our first discussion on the links between online extremism, misogyny, and real-world violence, this session explored the solutions and effective strategies for addressing the root causes of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV). We delved into promising examples of addressing SGBV across both online and offline spaces, discussed gender-transformative approaches that challenge patriarchal norms, and shared key lessons learned from practical experiences in working with men and boys to prevent violence. This essential conversation brought together activists and experts to strengthen our collective response to ending gender-based violence in the modern era. SPEAKERS & MODERATOR MODERATOR Tricia Basdeo-Gobin (CariMAN, Trinidad and Tobago) Tricia is a researcher, feminist, and activist with over 10 years of experience in gender and development.She is a member of the regional board for the Caribbean Male Action Network (CariMAN) and the co-founder and chairperson of the CariMAN Regional Advocacy Working Group. SPEAKERS Marcela Hernández Oropa (#LeyOlimpia, Mexico) She is a activist and digital advocate from Mexico. She was an advisor and promoter in Mexico and Latin America of the Ley Olimpia (Olympia Law) against victims of digital violence. Saswati Chaterjee (Breakthrough India) Campaign & Social Media Engagement at Breakthrough, Saswati Chatterjee is based in New Delhi, India where she is working in the development sector informed by her passion interest in feminism, gender justice and sexuality. Flora Ufitinema (RWAMREC, Rwanda) Flora worked as a project coordinator of the Generation G project at RWAMREC. With over 7 years of experience, she has a background in empowering women and girls and is passionate about creating communities where gender equality leads to healthy families and economic growth. Caroline Hayes (Equimundo, USA) Caroline Hayes was the Senior Technical Specialist on Digital Strategies at Equimundo. She provided technical expertise and leadership across Equimundo’s digital strategies portfolio, focusing on addressing harmful masculinities online and promoting healthy digital engagement. She previously worked in policy and advocacy with the White House Gender Policy Council and holds a Master’s in Law and Diplomacy from The Fletcher School at Tufts University. MenEngage Alliance is a global network of organizations and individuals working to engage men and boys in achieving gender equality. SUBSCRIBE to our channel for more discussions on gender justice, masculinity, and violence prevention. https://bit.ly/MenEngageYT LET'S CONNECT: MenEngage Global Website: https://menengage.org/ Facebook:   / menengage   Instagram:   / menengage   #MenEngage #GBV #GenderBasedViolence #SGBV #GenderEquality #Feminism #OnlineViolence #Masculinity #Webinar #PanelDiscussion