Outcome MWI_D_3.1

Social norms, attitudes and practices hindering women and girl’s rights are transformed at individual and community levels

UN Women has been employing barbershop toolkit to address behaviour and social/gender norms. Barbershop Toolbox uses Safe Spaces to Mobilize Men and Boys for Gender Equality. The toolbox provides men and boys with tools to address gender inequality and become agents of change. The toolbox guides on how to engage men in achieving gender equality such as through male role models. 3781 HeForShe champions have been oriented male engagement and positive masculinity using Barbershop Took Kit and M&E procedures to form He4She networks. They have been actively advocating for the elimination of social norms, attitudes and HP that cause gender-based violence. The HeForShe champions have managed to reach 7179 males and 5241 boys and have contributed towards reporting of 460 cases.

Social norms, attitudes and practices hindering women and girl’s rights are transformed at individual and community levels

During the final quarter, community gate keepers were engaged on refresher sessions on the rights of women and girls particularly on the harmful cultural practices and negative social norms prevelant in the communities.