Gender-Based Violence: Forms and Causes

Explore the devastating phenomenon of gender-based violence in its various forms with this crucial Grade 11 Civic Education topic. Understand GBV as violence directed against individuals based on their gender, predominantly affecting women and girls but also impacting men and boys. This comprehensive module examines different forms of GBV including physical violence (beating, assault), sexual violence (rape, harassment), psychological violence (intimidation, control), economic violence (resource denial), and harmful traditional practices (child marriage, widow cleansing). Learn about the root causes including patriarchal power structures, gender inequality, cultural norms, economic dependency, and weak legal protection. Discover how GBV intersects with other forms of discrimination based on age, disability, and socioeconomic status. Through case studies and ECZ-aligned practice questions, you'll develop deep understanding of this human rights violation and its societal impacts.