Strengthening those who protect: GCR reinforces response to gender-based violence in Manica!
On October 28th and 29th, 2026, GCR conducted a training course in Chimoio on Case Management of Gender-Based Violence, within the framework of the Zero Tolerance for GBV project, implemented with financial support from the European Union through UNFPA in East and Southern Africa.
The training brought together approximately 50 participants, including mentors, district supervisors, and members of the “Speak Up Without Fear” hotline team, from the districts of Chimoio, Gondola, Machaze, Macossa, Mossurize, and Tambara.
The training started with the challenges and experiences faced by participants in the field, seeking to reinforce their knowledge and improve the quality of care provided to survivors. Among the main topics covered were:
Concepts and different types of GBV;
Recognition of entry points and identification of cases;
Understanding the roles and responsibilities of each participant, from mentors to case managers;
The six fundamental stages of case management;
Principles and procedures for the safe referral of survivors;
Adaptation of mentoring session topics for the 10-14 age group, with language appropriate to the age and context of each community.
In addition to the theoretical component, participants engaged in practical exercises and group work, through scenario analysis that allowed them to explore different situations, from risk assessment to the development of action plans and case follow-up. The training also included a session dedicated to the GCR Code of Conduct, reinforcing the importance of ethics, confidentiality, responsibility, and respect for the rights and dignity of the people served and the organization’s employees.
More than just transmitting knowledge, this initiative sought to strengthen the response capacity of those who are close to the communities daily, contributing to a more adequate identification of cases, better coordination among those involved, and referrals that respect the safety and needs of each survivor.
At GCR, we believe that every survivor deserves to be heard, welcomed, protected, and referred safely. Investing in the preparation of our teams is, therefore, investing in a more humane, responsible, and effective response to gender-based violence.
For reports or support, contact the Fala Sem Medo hotline at 851504 (free for Vodacom users and confidential) or 840982434. Reporting and community support are essential in preventing violence.
For protection reasons, we do not publish the names of the people we support or images that could identify them.
