Victims of gender based violence

TARGET GROUP

Asylum and reception officials

ESQF LEVEL

Level 6

DURATION

27h online learning, 7h of independent learning (essential readings), 90 minutes of assessment tasks & 2 days face-to-face

LANGUAGES

English

VERSION

Version 1 (2023)

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS & PREREQUISITES

Successfully passed Introduction to vulnerability, Introduction to communication for asylum and reception practitioners & Introduction to ethics and professional standards OR 6 months work experience in the field AND a qualification at EQF level 5 or equivalent.

The aim of this module is to provide the necessary knowledge and skills to identify and understand the potential needs of victims of gender-based violence in asylum contexts and how to respond to them. The gender-based aspect highlights the fact that violence is often rooted in power inequalities between women and men. Although the phenomenon affects both genders, it impacts a disproportionate number of women.  

LEARNING OUTCOMES

1. Explain the concepts of norms and non-conformity to gender norms and the potential consequences for applicants for international protection

2. Identify indicators of past, present or potential future gender-based violence, and the impact on the victims of gender-based violence

3. Analyse the potential needs of victims of gender-based violence in asylum contexts in line with CEAS

4. Propose actions to address the needs of victims of gender-based violence in asylum contexts

This module is delivered through a blended learning methodology (online, face-to-face and independent learning). 

The assessment strategy is based on a case scenario at the end of the module related to the learning outcomes.