Gender-Transformative Hurricane Resilience During the COVID-19 Crisis
The extent of the socio-economic fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic has begun to shape the “new normal” for CARICOM Member States. A 1.5% contraction of Gross Domestic Product has already been estimated by the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC, 2020). While governments balance this “new normal,” there is also an ‘above-average’ forecast for the 2020 Atlantic Hurricane Season, which takes place from June 1 to November 30. More
Guidance For GBV Shelters in the Context of COVID-19
Friday, May 15, 2020
It is important to note that survivors of gender-based violence need support and even more so due to COVID-19 now that they are possibly isolated in an unsafe environment. Therefore, gender-based violence shelters should remain open for the safety and protection of survivors and mechanisms to strengthen the capacity of individuals and organizations serving domestic violence survivors and their children should be in place.
Monday, March 23, 2020
When compared to other regions, the number of CARICOM cases have been few, but are increasing. It will be necessary to develop and implement programmes and policies that will support inclusive socio-economic stability while efforts are made to contain the spread of the virus.
Caribbean Experiences With Collecting Data on Violence Against Women and Girls
Wednesday, March 4, 2020
From 2016 to 2018, five CARICOM Member States conducted National Prevalence Surveys on Gender-based Violence. This report examines the processes used to collect data in the region, highlights the key takeaways from survey implementation, captures context-specific experiences in collecting data on VAWG and presents the key lessons learned from the countries’ experiences. Funded by UN Women, UNDP, USAID, the Inter-American Development Bank and the Caribbean Development Bank, the surveys...
GUYANA WOMENS HEALTH AND LIFE EXPERIENCES SURVEY REPORT
Wednesday, November 13, 2019
The Guyana Women’s Health and Life Experiences Survey 2018 is the first report to provide a comprehensive examination of the nature and prevalence of violence against women and girls in Guyana.
WOMENS HEALTH AND LIFE EXPERIENCES A QUALITATIVE RESEARCH REPORT ON VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN IN GUYANA
Wednesday, November 13, 2019
The overall aim of this research was to contribute contextual information to the Women’s Health and Life Experiences Survey (WHLES) to explain the “why” and “how” of Guyanese women’s experiences of violence in their relationships.
Summary, National Women’s Health Survey for Trinidad and Tobago, 2017
Friday, February 15, 2019
The National Women’s Health Survey for Trinidad and Tobago survey analysis reveals that in the 15 to 64-year-old age bracket, over 100,000 women in Trinidad and Tobago have experienced one or more acts of physical and/or sexual violence perpetrated by male partners; approximately 11,000 are likely to still be in abusive relationships.
Gender-Based Violence in Trinidad and Tobago
Friday, November 16, 2018
While the quality of administrative data on violence against women has vastly improved over the past few decades, data has never been available on the prevalence of violence against women in Trinidad and Tobago. After reviewing various models of assessing the prevalence of gender-based violence, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women(UN Women), CARICOM statistical experts and the CARICOM Council of Ministers of Human and Social Development agreed to...
Wednesday, November 14, 2018
Designed for young people aged 13 to 24, The Foundations Programme is a programme aimed at the prevention of Gender-Based Violence (GBV).
SUMMARY Women's Health Survey 2016 - Jamaica
Wednesday, June 20, 2018
The Jamaica Women’s Health Survey 2016 is the first report to provide a comprehensive examination of the nature and prevalence of violence against women and girls in Jamaica. It examines women’s lifetime and most recent experiences of both intimate partner and non-partner violence and abuse. The report examines abuse in multiple dimensions, both sexual and non-sexual, including economic coercion. The data that this report is based on allows for an understanding of the factors that may be associated with violence against women and girls, the impact of violence on women’s physical and mental health and various coping strategies that women have employed in response to abuse. The report also discusses women’s attitudes towards gender roles and a general profile of the perpetrators of abuse.
Women's Health Survey 2016 - Jamaica
Wednesday, June 20, 2018
The Jamaica Women’s Health Survey 2016 is the first report to provide a comprehensive examination of the nature and prevalence of violence against women and girls in Jamaica. It examines women’s lifetime and most recent experiences of both intimate partner and non-partner violence and abuse. The report examines abuse in multiple dimensions, both sexual and non-sexual, including economic coercion. The data that this report is based on allows for an understanding of the factors that may be associated with violence against women and girls, the impact of violence on women’s physical and mental health and various coping strategies that women have employed in response to abuse. The report also discusses women’s attitudes towards gender roles and a general profile of the perpetrators of abuse.
Wednesday, December 16, 2015
Nineteen years have passed since the countries of the region signed the Inter-American Convention of Belém do Pará. Since then, efforts have been made by public institutions and civil society organisations to confront all forms of violence against women.
Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action
Wednesday, March 4, 2015
Beijing Platform for Action, Beijing+5 outcome Considered the most progressive blueprint ever for advancing women’s rights, the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action has been reprinted in this special edition, which also includes a copy of the political declaration reached at the 23rd special session of the General Assembly in 2000, which reviewed progress towards the Platform for Action five years after its adoption.
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Synthese du Rapport national d'application / Path to Equality a synthesis of the national periodic report to the Commission on the application of the CEDAW convention
Animation guide for awareness raising on ending violence against women
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
These documents were developed as a series of tools to support animators and social change agents who are organizing training sessions with sexual and gender based violence.
Vocabulary of key words and concepts related to gender based violence
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
These documents were developed as a series of tools to support animators and social change agents who are organizing training sessions with sexual and gender based violence.
UNiTE Campaign - The Situation of Trinidad and Tobago
Monday, November 1, 2010
United Nation's Secretary General's UNiTE Campaign - The Situation of Trinidad and Tobago
Eliminating Gender-Based Violence - Ensuring Equality
Thursday, December 1, 2005
For the better part of the 1990s, Caribbean women's organizations, national machineries for women, the courts and the police have been engaged in dialogue and action to ensure protection and justice for victims of violence against women. A combination of public education, advocacy, the extension of services and law reform has led to changes in cultural attitudes.
Annotated Bibliography - Legislation and Case Law Guide on Gender-Based Violence
Saturday, January 1, 2005
A publication prepared in collaboration with the Centre for Gender and Development Studies, UWI, this annotated bibliography will be useful to researchers and activists seeking a better understanding of the causes and consequences of gender-based violence.