Addressing Violence against Children: Mapping the Needs and Resources in Eight Cities across the World

Addressing Violence against Children: Mapping the Needs and Resources in Eight Cities across the World

The Evidence for Better Lives Research (EBLS) aims to identify needs and resources for addressing violence against children in eight cities in middle-income countries, namely Kingston (Jamaica), Koforidua (Ghana), Worcester (South Africa), Cluj-Napoca (Romania), Tarlai (Pakistan), Ragama (Sri Lanka), Hue (Vietnam) and Valenzuela (Philippines).In order to map the needs and resources in each of the eight cities, EBLS adopted the ‘INSPIRE – seven strategies to end violence against children’- framework.

By doing so, it provides a unique insight into the differences, and similarities, in the strengths and limitations across cities. Also, by highlighting women’s well-being and exposure to violence during pregnancy, the report makes a critical contribution towards linking SDG goals, in particular those addressing good health and well-being (Goal 3), gender equality (Goal 5), sustainable cities and communities (Goal 11), and peace, justice and strong institutions (Goal 16).

The report will be an invaluable tool for decision-makers in the cities and their countries.

Download the report here.

 

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