Protection (Child Protection, SGBV, FGM/C)

PHASE is committed to promoting and protecting the rights and well-being of vulnerable populations, including children, women, and survivors of gender-based violence (SGBV) and female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C). Our protection programs aim to prevent and respond to violations of human rights, provide essential services and support to survivors, and strengthen community-based protection mechanisms. Key components of our protection efforts include:

Child Protection:

PHASE works to prevent and respond to child abuse, exploitation, neglect, and violence through a range of interventions aimed at promoting child rights, ensuring childfriendly environments, and strengthening child protection systems.

Gender-Based Violence (SGBV):

PHASE addresses the root causes of SGBV and provides comprehensive support to survivors through prevention, protection, and response initiatives. We raise awareness about SGBV, challenge harmful gender norms and attitudes, and promote gender equality and women’s empowerment.

Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C):

PHASE works to eliminate the practice of FGM/C through community mobilization, advocacy, and education. We raise awareness about the harmful effects of FGM/C on girls’ health, well-being, and rights, and promote alternative rites of passage that celebrate girls’ transition to womanhood without harmful practices.

Legal Protection and Access to Justice:

PHASE supports survivors of violence in accessing legal protection and seeking justice through legal aid services, referral networks, and capacity-building initiatives for justice sector actors.

Community-Based Protection:

PHASE strengthens community-based protection mechanisms and networks to prevent and respond to violations of human rights and ensure the safety and well-being of vulnerable individuals and groups. We engage communities in identifying protection risks, developing early warning systems, and mobilizing collective action to address protection concerns.