Gender-based violence prevention and response: Preventing and responding to gender-based violence framework

The preventing and responding to gender-based violence framework (gov.scot) helps schools to challenge gender-based violence (GBV). The GBV framework offers a holistic view of preventing and responding to GBV in schools. Using this framework will help you to:

• identify GBV
• respond to GBV
• prevent GBV

Using the gender-based violence framework

The framework gives advice on how to handle different forms of gender-based violence. It does not provide direct training, but serves as a valuable reference. It includes:

• practical advice and resources for educators
• signposts to support and learning
• ideas for challenging societal views that normalise GBV

How the framework connects to other programmes

The GBV framework offers a holistic view of preventing and responding to GBV in schools. It supports the initiatives like:

• Equally Safe at School (ESAS)
• Mentors in Violence Prevention (MVP)
• Rape Crisis Sexual Violence Prevention Program
• Relationship, Sexual Health, and Parenthood (RSHP) Curriculum

These resources help educators create and sustain safe and inclusive environments. They ensure that GBV prevention is part of everyday school life. They give schools the information and understanding to address GBV when it occurs.