Outcome SEN_D_1.5

More men and boys and women and girls adopt attitudes, norms and practices that advance gender equality and women’s empowerment, including those that promote positive social norms

In Senegal, the fight against violence saw significant progress in 2023 in the context of prevention and care. As part of prevention, UN Women supported civil society organizations (Association of People with Disabilities, Keur Massar Youth Association, Bajenu Gox Women's Association of Guédiawaye, Sedhiou and Kolda) to raise awareness communities on violence against women and girls. More than 5,000 people reached out through awareness and fun activities. The training of journalists, bloggers and influencers has helped amplify our voices to end violence and reduce gender inequalities. An awareness campaign on positive masculinity reached more than 2,000 people in the communities of Sandiara, Ndiop, Bargny, Moint Rolland and Ndiaffate. A change in behavior is noted in the budgeting of local authorities which now take into account the specific needs of women and girls. At the community level, men are increasingly participating in the fight for gender equality thanks to the project to support community leaders for a change in behavior in favor of gender equality

More men and boys and women and girls adopt attitudes, norms and practices that advance gender equality and women’s empowerment, including those that promote positive social norms

A change in attitude and behavior has been noted in favor of the protection of women and girls in Senegal. Training sessions for service providers and activists have contributed to changing practices and improving the prevention of violence. Community involvement and the participation of men and boys have strengthened the community movement against violence. and harmful practices. The religious, customary and traditional leaders have amplified their voice against the violence, which has greatly reduced the violence in the areas with high prevalence, in other words, Ziguichor, Kédougou, Kolda, Tamba. UN Women in its support program for civil society organizations has revitalized the movement of leaders and activists who campaign for the respect of the rights of women and young girls. The implementation of positive masculinity through the regional summit on positive masculinity has contributed to the strengthening of men's commitment but also to the reduction of gender stereotypes.