PSEAH Shifting Power Toolkits Training & Guidelines

Introduction to Sexual Violence in the International Cooperation Sector – AQOCI

An introduction to sexual violence in international cooperation, including statistics, reporting issues, and resources. Includes a glossary of terms.

Brief #1: Introduction to Sexual Violence in the International Cooperation Sector provides an overview of sexual violence within international cooperation organizations (ICOs). It emphasizes the importance of addressing gender-based violence, adopting a survivor-centered approach, and understanding power dynamics. The brief also includes a glossary of commonly used terminology and references to other briefs and resources. It highlights statistics and findings from studies, illustrating the prevalence and underreporting of sexual violence in the sector, and identifies challenges in reporting incidents.