This page provides some context on gender-based violence (GBV), which is necessary to understand in order to adequately prevent GBV. As such, this section encompasses:

Gender Identity Terms

Terms and definitions relating to gender identity that may be helpful to refer to within this website’s discussion on GBV.

Defining Gender-Based Violence

The different contexts and ways GBV can manifest, an overview on dominant definitions of GBV, and the implications of the varying definitions of GBV when addressing GBV.

Why Gender-Based Violence Occurs

Why GBV occurs, with attention

to its relationship with patriarchy.

Trauma and Violence-Informed Approaches

Trauma and violence-informed approaches to helping victims of GBV.

Further Reading

Reading recommendations in the case that one is interested in learning more about the topics introduced in this website.