Integrating Gender-Based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

MODULE 5 - Thematic Areas: Integrating Gender-Based Violence Interventions in CAMP COORDINATION AND CAMP MANAGEMENT Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

Agenda Links between GBV and Humanitarian Programming Knowledge Basics for Implementing the Thematic Area Guidance A Closer Look: Assessment; Resource Mobilization; Implementation; Referrals; Coordination; Monitoring and Evaluation Discussion of Implementation Strategy Developing an Action Plan

Outcomes CCCM actors are informed about key relevant elements of the Guidelines CCCM actors are supported to develop an action plan with indicators for integrating the Guidelines recommendations into their areas of operation CCCM actors identify accountability measures to track progress of GBV risk reduction mainstreaming and response CAMP COORDINATION AND CAMP MANAGEMENT (CCCM)

Protection of all persons affected and at risk must inform humanitarian decision- making and response it must be central to our preparedness efforts, as part of immediate and life-saving activities . Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

Warm-up Activity: Mapping Risk across CCCM 1) What types of GBV are prevalent in your settings? 2) What are the risks in this setting that contribute to GBV Pre-existing - exists independent of, or prior to emergency or conflict (culture, policy, etc.) Emergency-related - specific to/resulting from the disaster or conflict Humanitarian-related - caused directly or indirectly by humanitarian environment 3) What can your cluster/sector do to prevent and mitigate GBV risks? Pre-existing risk mitigation activity Emergency-related risk mitigation activity Humanitarian-related risk mitigation activity Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

Assessment, Analysis and Planning What are our priority areas of inquiry for CCCM?

A walk through CCCM TAG: Assessment, Analysis & Planning Key point: Purpose is not for CCCM actors to undertake standalone GBV assessments, but rather to incorporate questions related to GBV risks into their ongoing CCCM assessments Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

A walk through CCCM TAG: Assessment (cont d) Provides a list of recommended GBV-related questions to incorporate, as relevant, into CCCM assessments and routine monitoring These questions do not cover the nature and scope of GBV, but basic issues related to CCCM programming, policies and communications CCCM specialists are NOT expected to undertake assessments about the extent of GBV Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

What does this mean for CCCM ? From page 42: e) Have safety and privacy been considered at the camp planning and set-up stage (e.g. through the provision of intrusion-resistant materials, doors and windows that lock, etc.)? Are the SPHERE standards for space and density being met to avoid overcrowding? n) Are married women, single women, single men, and girls and boys without family members registered individually? Are individuals with different gender identities able to register in a safe and non-stigmatizing way? Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

Activity: Conducting Assessments Option 1: Review and Discuss Review the Areas of Inquiry in the GBV guidelines: 1) Which questions would you prioritize? 1) How will you collect this information? I. What surveys / assessment are already being used where you can integrate questions II. When and where will the survey occur to ensure participation of at-risk groups 3) Who would you need to work with to collect this information? I. What is the composition of the assessment team, men / women? II. What training will they require? III. How will they communicate about the assessment with the community? Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

Activity: Conducting Assessments Option 2: Review and Compare Review the Areas of Inquiry in the GBV guidelines against your current assessment tool. 1) Which GBV risks and considerations are already integrated in the assessment tool currently or previously used? 2) Which GBV risks or considerations would you prioritize for inclusion? 3) How will it be possible to integrate new questions which consider GBV risks? I. With whom will you need to advocate to include these areas of inquiry? - Cluster coordinators, state actors, GBV specialists II. With whom will you need to collaborate in order to safely and effectively integrate these areas of inquiry? - Cluster coordinators, state actors, GBV specialists Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

Activity: Conducting Assessments Option 3: Mapping information on GBV risks to mitigation Prioritize 3 areas of inquiry that apply to your context and carry out the below: Area of Inquiry Risk of Concern Potential for GBV Mitigation 1. Recovery/ replacement of personal identity documents People unable to receive humanitarian assistance (housing, food,etc) Risk of trafficking, transactional sex, gender-based deprivation Register each woman, man, boy and girl separately, provide appropriate documentation 2. Ratio of female/male security personnel Female survivors unable to speak to male security personnel Repeated sexual assault, intimate partner violence Adapt recruitment process to include women, adjust for necessary capacity building Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

Quiz: Conducting Assessments CCCM actors should: Consult GBV specialists throughout the planning, design, analysis and interpretation of an assessment Not use local expertise Strictly adhere to safe and ethical recommendations for researching GBV Share data that may be linked back to a group or an individual, including GBV survivors Seek out GBV survivors to speak to them specifically about their experiences of GBV Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

Quiz: Conducting Assessments Assume reported data on GBV/trends represent actual prevalence/trends in the extent of GBV Include GBV specialists on inter-agency and inter-sectoral teams Not include female assessors and translators when conducting assessments Conduct consultations in a secure setting where individuals feel safe to provide information and participate in discussions and decision-making Provide training for assessment team members on ethical and safety issues Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

Discussion: Is it always possible to include GBV in initial assessments? How can one ensure inclusion of at-risk groups in assessments? Who needs to be involved? Why is it the responsibility of CCCM staff? Where does this responsibility ends? Who needs to be convinced? ALWAYS INVOLVED WOMEN AND OTHER AT- RISK GROUPS IN THE DESIGN AND ASSESSMENT OF CCCM PROGRAMS Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

Resource Mobilization What are CCCM commitments to Resource Mobilization for GBV risk reduction?

A walk through the CCCM TAG: Resource Mobilization Key point: Funding for CCCM-related GBV prevention and risk mitigation activities must be included in project proposals from the outset of emergency response Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

A walk through the CCCM TAG: Resource Mobilization In humanitarian settings, GBV resources tend to be linked to longer-term protection and stability initiatives Resources to address GBV in emergencies are often limited The Guidelines provide recommendations on incorporating GBV risk mitigation activities into project proposals Donors are encouraged to reference this section to ensure GBV issues are included in CCCM proposals Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

A walk through the CCCM TAG: Resource Mobilization GBV risk based on gender analysis and safety audit Proposed intervention Risk vs. benefits Adapted intervention Impact? Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

What does this mean for CCCM ? GBV-related points to consider for inclusion in a proposal (Pg. 44): 1). Humanitarian Needs Overview/Situation Analysis: Describe the vulnerabilities of women, girls and other at-risk groups; 2). Project Rationale/Justification: Explain GBV-related risks related to CCCM interventions in your context; 3). Project Description: Explain which activities may help in preventing or mitigating GBV Describe mechanisms that facilitate reporting of GBV in safe and ethical manner Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

What does this mean for CCCM ? How to measure GBV-related points to consider for inclusion in a proposal, cont d: Monitoring and Evaluation: M&E plan should track progress and adverse effects on GBV mainstreaming activities; M&E plan should include the participation of women, girls and other at-risk groups; Include outcome-level indicators to measure program impact on GBV-related risks; Disaggregate indicators by sex, age, disability and other vulnerability factors Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

THE IASC GENDER MARKER Both Gender marker and GBV mainstreaming address issues of women and girls empowerment and gender equality and include men and boys as partners in prevention. = Tool that codes (0-2 scale) whether or not a humanitarian project is designed well enough to ensure that women/girls, men/boys will benefit equally from it or that it will advance gender equality in another way Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

What does this mean for CCCM ? Some examples of GBV mainstreaming activities that can be included in proposals: Community-based strategies to monitor high-risk areas; community watch programmes/security groups, security patrols, protection monitors Incorporate GBV as a risk factor for vulnerability in IDP profiling and refugee registration processes Make female registration staff available to interview females Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

What does this mean for CCCM ? Do you have other examples of mitigation strategies? Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

Activity: Resource Mobilization In Small Groups: Review the assigned proposal in light with the resource mobilization checklist of the Guidelines and highlight: Good practices Gaps Proposed strategies to address these gaps. Tools needed to better design proposals Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

Discussion: Is GBV-related activities in CCCM programs always cost-effective? Why should it be considered? Do donors always support GBV-related activities in CCCM programs? What can be some of these barriers? GBV MAINSTREAMING ACTIVITIES ALWAYS CONTRIBUTE TO GOOD CCCM PROGRAMMING Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

Implementation What are our commitments to include GBV prevention and mitigation within ongoing and new CCCM activities?

A walk through the CCCM TAG: Implementation Key takeaway: If effectively designed, CCCM programmes can mitigate risks of GBV: Safe access to services Participation of women and girls in CCCM committees Supporting privacy and dignity Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

A walk through the CCCM TAG: Implementation Provides guidance for putting GBV-related risk reduction responsibilities into practice Activities to improve the overall quality of GBV-related prevention and mitigation strategies: Establish GBV-related responsibilities common to all actors working within CCCM Recommend strategies for CCCM actors to reduce risks Maximize immediate protection of GBV survivors and persons at risk and foster longer-term interventions to eliminate GBV 3 main types of responsibilities: programming, policies, and communications & information sharing Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

What does this mean for CCCM? From page 45: Implement strategies that safeguard those at risk of GBV during documentation, profiling and registration processes. Consider safety issues when selecting site locations so that camps do not exacerbate GBV vulnerabilities (e.g. proximity to national borders) Regularly check on site security and the well being of women, girls and other at-risk groups Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

Activity- Implementation Option 1: Review Mitigation Strategies In small groups: 1. Review recommended mitigation strategies 2. Add any strategies missing 3. Prioritize 2-3 key strategies that should be prioritized 4. Highlight operational challenges Rotate teams: troubleshoot challenges, provide recommendations 5. Create operational action plan: i. Key actions ii. Coordination amongst key actors iii. Resources / support required Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

Activity- Implementation Option 2: Mitigating GBV risk in Program Strategy Review current programmatic strategy In small groups: 1. 2. 3. 4. Highlight GBV mitigation strategies currently integrated Review Guideline recommended mitigation strategies Prioritize 2-3 key strategies that should be prioritized Create operational action plan: Information needed ii. Key actions iii. Coordination amongst key actors iv. Resources / support required i. Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

Discussion: Prioritization and Selection Criteria How to prioritize GBV risk reduction in CCCM programs? What types of investments are required? What vulnerability criteria would you use for beneficiaries? What challenges are associated with these? How should sensitive information be managed to protect affected populations, including survivors of GBV? DON T SINGLE OUT GBV SURVIVORS OR VULNERABLE GROUPS 33

Coordination What are our commitments to include GBV prevention and mitigation within ongoing and new CCCM activities?

A walk through the CCCM TAG: Coordination Key takeaways: GBV prevention and risk reduction is most effective when done in coordination with both GBV specialists and other sectors Recommends specific actions for CCCM actors to coordinate with others Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

A walk through the CCCM TAG: Coordination Supports humanitarian actors to define responsibilities and accountability mechanisms in GBV prevention and response efforts Establish responsibilities for humanitarian actors in the prevention and mitigation of GBV Maximize immediate protection of GBV survivors and persons at risk through multi-sectoral coordination on response to GBV incidents Coordination activities can move across the 3 main types of responsibilities: programming, policies, and communications & information sharing and may also include advocacy / efforts for: Assessment Resource Mobilization Monitoring and Evaluation Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

A walk through the CCCM TAG: Coordination GBV Specialists can assist CCCM actors to (Pg. 54): 1. Design and conduct CCCM assessments that examine the risks of GBV, and strategize ways to mitigate these risks Provide trainings for CCCM staff on issues of gender, GBV and women s/human rights Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) for CCCM actors 2. 3. Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

What does this mean for CCCM? Coordination with GBV Specialists, cont d GBV Specialists can assist CCCM actors to: 4. Identify where survivors can receive care, and provide CCCM staff with skills and information to respond supportively to survivors Provide training for the affected community on issues of gender, GBV and women s/human rights as they relate to CCCM rights Review relevant statutory and customary laws and policies to strengthen GBV-related legal protections 5. 6. Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

What does this mean for CCCM: Coordination with other sectors (p. 55) CCCM actors can work with (E.g.: education actors): To plan the location and structure of education programmes (including temporary learning spaces) based Ensure school retention for displaced children and adolescents Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

What does this mean for CCCM: Coordination for cross-cutting issues Also coordinate with partners addressing: gender mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) HIV age environment Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

Activity: Coordination Option 1: Mechanisms to Support Program Implementation Return to small groups from the implementation activity: 1. 2. Reflect on the specific actions recommended Who needs to be involved to execute this action GBV specialists Other clusters What type of coordination is required be specific - Roles and responsibilities - Accountability mechanisms 3. Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

Activity: Coordination Mapping With what sectors would CCCM benefit from stronger coordination? i. ii. iii. iv. What coordination mechanisms exist to support collaboration Key actions Who is responsible, accountable, needs to be informed How will you monitor progress How could CCCM and protection actors better coordinate/work together? i. What coordination mechanisms exist to support collaboration ii. Key actions iii. Who is responsible, accountable, needs to be informed iv. How will you monitor progress Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

Suggested recommendations about referrals in the Guidelines All humanitarian personnel who engage with affected populations should have up to date written information about where to refer survivors for care and support. Ensure training on how to respectfully and supportively engage with survivors and provide risk reporting and/or referral information in an ethical, safe and confidential manner Any programmes that share information about reports of GBV must abide by safety and ethical standards (e.g. shared information does not reveal the identity of or pose a security risk to individual survivors, their families or the broader community) Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

Activity: Coordination Option 3: Coordination and Referrals w/ GBV specialists In small groups discuss: Map the current referral mechanism where your activities are ongoing - What services are available - Which actors are involved What are your responsibilities within the referral mechanism? - Who do you immediately report an incident to? - Are there cases where you are unable to refer? What happens when there is no referral mechanism in place or when it is not functioning? - What are your responsibilities in this situation? Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

Monitoring and Evaluation What are priority indicators for GBV prevention and risk mitigation in CCCM programming?

A walk through the CCCM TAG: Monitoring & Evaluation Key Point: Indicators can be used to measure the outcomes of activities undertaken across the programme cycle, with the ultimate aim of maintaining effective programmes and improving accountability Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

A walk through the CCCM TAG: Monitoring & Evaluation Why? Limited evidence exists on effective integration of GBV programming in other sectors Indicators in the Guidelines aim to: Track outputs resulting from interventions to affected populations Chart outcome of cluster activities Measure progress toward objectives, considering diversity of affected populations & their perspectives of the response Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

Monitoring & Evaluation: Indicators Why? Limited evidence exists on effective integration of GBV programming in other sectors Indicators in the Guidelines aim to: Track outputs resulting from interventions to affected populations Chart outcome of cluster activities Measure progress toward objectives, considering diversity of affected populations & their perspectives of the response Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

A walk through the CCCM TAG: Monitoring & Evaluation: Reporting Analyze existing data using a GBV lens to improve GBV prevention and response Example: Existence of registration procedures that ensure each displaced individual is registered. What are the implications of the findings? How may this affect GBV prevention and mitigation? Failing to meet a target can lead to response and resource mobilization Use data for action across the programme cycle Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action

What does this mean for CCCM (Pg. 56)? # of displacement sites that have a designated safe space for women/adolescents/children # of affected persons who participate in CCCM governance structures who are female # of main points with functional lighting structure # of complaints about safety gathered by CCCM feedback mechanisms and acted on # of non-CCCM sectors consulted with to address GBV risk- reduction activities in sites Guidelines for Integrating Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Action