What is Gender Based Violence?
Sexual and gender based violence (GBV) refers to any act
that is perpetuated against a person's will and is based
on gender norms and unequal power relationships. It
encompasses threats of violence and coercion.
It can be physical, emotional, psychological, or sexual in
nature, and can take the form of a denial of resources or
access to services.
The terms "gender-based violence" (GBV) and "violence
against women" (VAW) are often used interchangeably,
since most gender-based violence is perpetuated by men
against women. GBV, however, includes violence against
men, boys, and/or those with
gender-nonconforming identities. As such, VAW is one type of
GBV.
The Office of Women's Health addresses several forms of
violence. Click on the links below to find out more about
each issue.
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Domestic Violence
Contract Administration
The Office of Women’s Health
Domestic Violence Contract
Administration Unit helps
fund critical crisis
intervention and support
services essential to
facilitating safety,
addressing trauma, and
working towards long-term
stability for survivors.
Learn more about our DV
Contracts
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Resources and Guides for Community |
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REPRODUCTIVE COERCION GUIDE FOR ADVOCATES
Reproductive coercion is an umbrella term for any behavior that seeks to maintain power and control over someone’s reproductive health. This guide compiles information to improve education, support, and access to services for survivors of IPV, with the aim of enhancing reproductive autonomy and control, as well as overall health, safety, and wellbeing
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Spanish
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Helpful Resources
for Victims of Violence
This resource sheet provides
information for survivors,
family, friends, and
advocates seeking education
support and advocacy
resources for people
experiencing various forms
of
violence.
English
Spanish
Arabic
Armenian
Cambodian
Farsi
Korean
Russian
Simplified Chinese
Traditional Chinese
Tagalog
Vietnamese
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Gender Based Violence Data
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