TRAINING OF SERVICE PROVIDERS ON ESSENTIAL SERVICES PACKAGE FOR WOMEN AND GIRLS

The Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection, through its Domestic Violence Secretariat, organized a three-day workshop in the Northern Region of Ghana aimed at reducing sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV).

The event brought together 60 key stakeholders from the Northern, North East, Savanna, Upper West, and Upper East regions, including representatives from government agencies and civil society organizations. The workshop focused on equipping participants with a comprehensive understanding of the Essential Services Package, which provides coordinated services across health, social services, police, and justice sectors to support survivors of gender-based violence (GBV).

In her opening remarks, the head of the Domestic Violence Secretariat, Madam Malonin Asibi, emphasized the importance of human rights, social services, and coordination in ensuring the safety and well-being of survivors. She highlighted that the Essential Services Package is designed to protect survivors and secure their rights.

Faisal Bawa, a Gender Analyst from the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) underscored the significance of the package in mitigating the impact of violence and breaking the cycle of abuse. He noted that the approach aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals by promoting gender equality and empowering women and girls.

Participants were urged to apply their learnings in their communities and foster collaboration to enhance the accessibility and quality of essential services.

This workshop marks a significant step toward strengthening the support system for GBV survivors in northern Ghana, with the goal of creating safer communities for women and girls.

Source: MoGCSP