Protection, GBV Prevention & Safeguarding

GWEDE promotes safe, inclusive, and dignified programming for women, girls, children, persons with disabilities, and other vulnerable groups.

GWEDE safeguards the rights and dignity of women, children, and persons with disabilities, ensuring every individual receives equal access, protection, and opportunity within inclusive, community-driven responses.

What we do

Raise awareness of protection risks and gender-based violence.

Facilitate community dialogue on stigma, discrimination, and harmful practices.

Strengthen referral pathways and protection mechanisms.

Integrate safeguarding and PSEA principles across all programming.

Build staff and partner capacity on protection and safeguarding.

Our contribution

We work with communities, government, and partners to create safer environments where women and vulnerable people can access services and participate fully in community life.