📅 On March 19–20, 2025, a training on gender-based violence (GBV) response and prevention in emergency situations was held in the city of Bokhtar.
The event brought together representatives of ministries and government agencies, law enforcement bodies, local executive authorities, as well as staff from the Committee of Emergency Situations and Civil Defense under the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan.
🔹 Training Objectives
The training aimed to strengthen the capacity of specialists working in the field of emergency response. During the sessions, participants explored key aspects of support for survivors of violence, including:
✅ Methods of providing psychological support
✅ Skills for delivering first aid in crisis situations
✅ Strengthening effective inter-agency coordination
Special attention was also given to international practices for GBV prevention and effective approaches to working in inter-agency teams.
💬 Significance of the Training
Such initiatives are an important step toward implementing the Government of Tajikistan’s efforts to protect the rights of women and children, enhance their safety during crises, and develop effective mechanisms for responding to violence.
📢 Organizers
The training was organized by the public organization Gender and Development with the support of the Committee of Emergency Situations and Civil Defense under the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan. It was conducted within the framework of a project implemented by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) with financial support from the Government of the United Kingdom.
📍 Inter-agency cooperation and experience sharing are key to creating a safe environment for all citizens and enhancing the resilience of society.
