The Basics: I facilitate conversations and education on gender equality and gender-based violence with community leaders, youth, service providers, and the general population. I also help local organizations and government departments mainstream gender into medium- and long-term planning.

Location: Maun, Botswana; Sehithwa, Botswana

Funders: Government of Botswana, Botswana Network for Ethics, Law, and HIV/AIDS (BONELA),

Implementing Partners: District AIDS Coordinating (DAC) Office, BONELA, Men’s Sector, Department of Social Services- Social and Community Development Office, Queen Esther, WoMen Against Rape

Timeframe: June 2012 – September 2015

Project Accomplishments:

• I mainstreamed gender through statistical analysis and activity strategy into 3 annual District Comprehensive HIV/AIDS Plans.
• I reached 2,488 youth and adult community members through anti-gender-based violence and gender equality interventions.
• I trained 96 civil society and government leaders trained on gender mainstreaming and gender-based violence programming.