Question

Define and describe a gender-based violence​

Answer 1

Gender-Based violence refers to harmful acts directed at an individual based on their gender. It is rooted in gender inequality, the abuse of power and harmful norms. Gender-based violence (GBV) is a serious violation of human rights and a life-threatening health and protection issue.

Answer 2

Gender based violence is violence directed against a person because of that person's gender or violence that affects persons of a particular gender disproportionately.