Rise Beyond The Silence

Rise Beyond Silence – Women’s Empowerment and GBV Awareness Workshop
Date: August 5th, 2024
Location: Umoja Estate

Workshop Sessions and Discussions

• Understanding different forms of gender-based violence (GBV)
• Legal rights and navigating the justice system
• Building self-esteem and personal empowerment
• Accessing support services and resources
• Addressing harmful cultural norms and practices
• Breaking the silence around survivor experiences

Interactive Activities

• Role-playing exercises for real-life scenarios
• Group discussions on community-specific challenges
• Educational skits demonstrating healthy relationships
• Survivor storytelling sessions (voluntary participation)
• Allyship training for male participants
• Counseling and support group formations

Skill-Building Workshops

• Communication and assertiveness training
• Conflict resolution techniques
• Self-defense demonstrations
• Digital safety and privacy protection
• Economic empowerment strategies
• Community resource mapping

Support Services Provided

• One-on-one counseling sessions
• Legal advice and consultation
• Healthcare information and referrals
• Safe space facilitation
• Crisis intervention resources
• Follow-up support planning

Community Engagement Activities

• Men's allyship sensitization session
• Intergenerational dialogue circles
• Community champion identification
• Local leader engagement
• Network building among participants
• Resource material distribution

Ceremonial Activities

• Candlelit affirmation ceremony
• Solidarity pledge commitment
• Community protection promises
• Healing and closure rituals
• Group empowerment celebrations
• Survivor recognition moments

Educational Components

• GBV prevention strategies
• Legal framework education
• Health and wellness information
• Safety planning techniques
• Community response protocols
• Ongoing learning resources