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Used in this document to refer to a person that defines themselves as female and includes not only cis women, but also trans women and femme/feminine-identifying genderqueer and non-binary persons.
Women increasing their self-reliance and internal strength through a process of awareness and capacity
building leading to greater participation, greater decision-making power and control, and ultimately to
transformative action (OECD, 1998).
Workplace harassment is any behaviour at work that is unwelcome, offensive, or creates a hostile environment for an individual or group. This can include bullying, verbal abuse, unwanted attention, or other mistreatment. Forms of workplace harassment include verbal harassment and sexual harassment, and can happen between colleagues, supervisors, or subordinates.
Example: Offensive comments, repeated teasing, exclusion from work activities, or any behaviour that makes the workplace intimidating or uncomfortable.
For practical steps and guidance on reporting workplace harassment, visit the Workplace Harassment Guides.
Xenophobia is hostility or violence directed at people because they are perceived as foreign or from another country. In the context of GBV, migrant women and LGBTQIA+ individuals may face higher risks of sexual violence, exploitation, or domestic abuse because of discrimination, fear of deportation, or lack of access to services. GBV survivors should receive protection and support regardless of nationality or immigration stat
An unreasonable fear or hatred of foreigners or strangers, their cultures and their customs.
s a person, group, or institution that directly inflicts,
supports and condones violence or other abuse against a person or a
group of persons. Perpetrators are in a position of real or perceived
power, decision-making and/or authority and can thus exert control
over their victims.
refers to a person duly appointed as a prosecutor, and who is tasked by the state to present evidence
in court as to the facts of a criminal case
partner violence but
the term can also encompass child or elder abuse, or abuse by any member of a household.
‘Battering’ refers to a severe and escalating form of partner violence characterized by
multiple forms of abuse, terrorization and threats, and increasingly possessive and
controlling behaviour on the part of the abuser
Term used internationally and refers to premeditated violence committed against a family member, usually female, who is perceived to have brought shame or dishonour to her family by engaging in, or rumoured to have engaged in, disapproved conduct, such as having sexual relationships outside marriage. Some people in collectivist communities believe that violence will restore family honour. HBV can constitute a range of crimes such as forced confinement, assault, and killing.