Event

Khwendo Kor (KK), under the KP-RAP, successfully organized an Online Provincial Workshop on Strengthening Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Response and Support Mechanisms at District and Provincial Levels in collaboration with the Education Department, Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

The workshop brought together District Education Officers (DEOs) and Assistant District Education Officers (ADEOs), both male and female, to enhance understanding, coordination, and compliance mechanisms for addressing Gender-Based Violence (GBV) within the education sector.

Session Highlights

Session 1: Introduction to KP-RAP

Mr. Saleem, Senior Education Specialist KP-RAP, provided an overview of the project’s objectives, scope, and its commitment to strengthening safe and inclusive education systems.

Session 2: World Bank Good Practice Note & Related Protocols – Sensitization on GBV, SEA & SH

Ms. Zuhra Luqman, Gender Specialist KP-RAP, sensitized participants on Gender-Based Violence (GBV), Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA), and Sexual Harassment (SH), aligned with World Bank Good Practice Notes and compliance standards.

Session 3: Violence Against Children in KP – Compliance Structure & Legal Framework

Mr. Ijaz Muhammad Khan, Chief Child Protection Officer (KPCP & WC), discussed the provincial child protection framework, relevant legal provisions, and institutional compliance structures to safeguard children.

Session 4: GBV Case Management Protocols & Service Directory

Ms. Zakia Majid, Project Manager, Khwendo Kor (KK), presented the GBV case management flowchart, referral pathways, and service directory to ensure timely and survivor-centered response mechanisms.

The workshop concluded with an interactive Q&A and feedback session, reflecting strong engagement and commitment from district leadership to strengthen protective systems within schools.

This initiative marks an important step toward ensuring safe, inclusive, and accountable education environments across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.