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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI)

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The SVRI is one of the largest global networks advancing research to end violence against women, violence against children, and other forms of violence driven by gender inequality in low- and middle- income countries. #EndViolence #GBVResearch #VAWG

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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
The second brief of the Faith & GBV PbK Practice Lab shares learnings from the implementation of a trauma-informed care and sexual violence response training delivered to church leaders in Lusaka, Zambia, by the women-led NGO, A Place Called Home Ikhaya. 👉 Read the brief: ow.ly/oueG50ZRmTN
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
📣 For the last three years, the Safe Futures Hub has been making evidence- and practice-based knowledge more accessible. 💡 Our Building Safe Futures evidence review has helped organisations access evidence on effective approaches to prevent childhood sexual violence. 👉https://bit.ly/4AqjJhG 👈
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
The SVRI Forum 2026 is almost here! 🇹🇭 From workshops and plenaries to our Films Salon, a dedicated wellness space, and awards, Bangkok awaits this October. Inclusive, caring, and evidence-driven. 👉 Swipe through for some of the highlights!
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
🗣️ Are you a journalist specialising in gender issues? The SVRI Forum 2026 (Bangkok, 5-9 Oct 2026) is the world's leading abstract-driven conference on VAW, VAC and GBV. We encourage regional and Bangkok-based media to attend. 💡 Join our media briefing: ow.ly/PZLN50ZOcVU
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
The first brief of the Faith & GBV PbK Practice Lab brings together the learnings of a practice-based knowledge (PbK) process by the Africa Muslim Women Action Network (AMWAN) in Kenya, a Muslim women-led organisation working on SRHR, GBV, and access to justice. ➡️https://ow.ly/C6YZ50ZLNhq
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
⚽ In the latest episode of the SVRI podcast, we explore what abuse in sport really looks like, from harmful coaching practices and emotional abuse to sexual violence and online harassment. ➡️ Listen: ow.ly/1SWH50ZGrcs
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
SVRI and Gender Violence Collaboration Network are hosting an online workshop on 3 Sep to help you create an engaging and impactful conference poster for SVRI Forum 2026. Speakers will share tips on how to design a poster and communicate your research effectively. ➡️ ow.ly/4ehT50ZGr01
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
🌟 Announcing the Opening Plenary for #SVRIForum2026: Evidence and Activism! What happens when evidence meets activism? What did evidence make possible, and what did it take to be heard? Join researchers and advocates setting the stage in Bangkok. ➡️ Learn more: ow.ly/pOkw50ZFbeY
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Are you presenting a poster at the SVRI Forum 2026? Then this workshop on 3 Sep 2026 is for you! Hosted by SVRI and Gender Violence Collaboration Network, you will learn how to create an engaging and impactful presentation poster for a global conference. ➡️ Register here: ow.ly/i6XU50ZF403
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
What does meaningful consent look like when sharing intimate images online? On 25 August 2026, we will bring together a panel of experts to explore the evolving boundaries of consent, privacy, and autonomy in cases of non-consensual intimate image sharing. ➡️ ow.ly/GtLc50ZAvwo
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
💡 Are you thinking of applying for the SVRI Data to Evidence Grant 2027? Join our online information session on Wed 19 August 2026 at 3:30pm SAST to learn how to apply for this new funding opportunity, eligibility criteria, and key requirements. ➡️ Register here: ow.ly/UtTc50ZAq4L
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
The full #SVRIForum2026 programme is here! Join 1,500+ researchers, advocates, & policymakers in Bangkok (5–9 Oct) working to end violence against women & children. ✨ 650+ presentations | 80+ countries 📱 Delegates: Download the Whova app ➡️ Explore the programme: bit.ly/4z98Lg9
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
From exploring safer travel to school to tech-facilitated abuse on campus: these five research projects by SVRI grant partners are reshaping GBV prevention in Southern Africa. The project included two systematic reviews and EGM on TFGBV and school-based interventions. ➡️ ow.ly/N5Ty50ZyRft
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
💜 What happens when a mother who has survived domestic violence must also support her child through the trauma of sexual abuse? RATI Foundation, SVRI Grant Partner 2026, will listen to mothers in Mumbai, India, to understand the dual burden of trauma and caregiving. ow.ly/Kw3X50Zy09t
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
What is education for transformation, and how can it help survivors heal and communities transform beliefs that harm children? This brief offers practical lessons, stories and insights from course participants on how education became a catalytic process for them. ➡️ ow.ly/sORC50Zw5aA
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
⚠️ Human trafficking is a global human rights violation, yet it remains incredibly difficult to investigate and prevent. In our latest episode, we explore how research can drive stronger responses, from shaping regional policy to informing community-based programmes. 🎧 ow.ly/fz5250Zw4U8
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Meet the young GBV researchers and practitioners coming to the Forum! The SVRI Young Professionals Programme pairs experts with emerging leaders to refine evidence, sharpen presentations, and expand lifelong networks. 🤝 ➡️ Meet this year's global cohort: ow.ly/nYjk50Zw2gc
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Applications are still open! We have extended the deadline to 14 August 2026 for the Consultancy: Quasi-Experimental Evaluation Designs for CSV Prevention Interventions The consultancy will run from September 2026 to April 2027. ⏰ Applications close on 14 August 2026. ➡️ ow.ly/c1kW50ZuWZX
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
📣We know what works to prevent childhood sexual violence! This new evidence brief by Safe Futures Hub and University of Oxford showcases solutions to end childhood sexual violence from high-income countries, together with the SFH evidence review with solutions from LMICs. 👉https://bit.ly/4yvXlCB👈
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
🙏 Faith leaders, policymakers, and practitioners working to address gender-based violence often want the same outcome, but speak different languages. How can we build meaningful dialogue among them? This brief by WG3 of SVRI Faith & GBV CoP offers some tips. ➡️ Explore it: ow.ly/XNTv50ZtNQx
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
We asked our grant partners: What motivates you to do this work? 📹 Hear what drives our grant partners to do their research: youtu.be/Svze-1WTp_M 💬 What motivates you to work on violence against women and violence against children? We are listening!
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
🚨 New call for proposals! The Data to Evidence Grant 2027 will support researchers in low- and middle-income countries to analyse data that already exists on violence against women and/or child sexual violence. ⏰ Applications close on 17 September 2026. ➡️Find out more: bit.ly/4pwF9VC
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
✨ The SVRI Forum is far more than a conference. It is a vibrant, community-led global gathering to move from evidence to action to end violence against women and children. 👉 But don't just take our word for it. Hear from past attendees about what makes the Forum unique. ow.ly/nkMy50ZqqzO
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
📣 Do you work to end childhood sexual violence? Have you used any of the solutions or resources featured in the Safe Futures Hub in your work? Take the engagement and impact survey to tell us about your experience to help us guide our future work 👉 www.surveymonkey.com/r/P7F5CCR 👈
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
What matters most when scaling an intervention to prevent child sexual abuse? 🎙️ Amy Cuffley, Senior Programmes Manager, Spring Impact, shared some key lessons with us in our latest podcast episode. "It's really about co-ownership and co-designing," says Amy. 🎧 ow.ly/5mER50ZmP72
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
🎉 Meet the 2026 SVRI Research Grant winners! 🌍 From Argentina to Indonesia, and Zimbabwe to Morocco, this year's grant partners will produce locally-led research across ten low- and middle-income countries. Thank you to our partners Sida and IDRC. 📹 Meet them: youtu.be/1i5hvFHT9z4
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
💡 How can we create safe spaces for children to be heard and seen within faith institutions? This brief explores ways in which faith traditions can offer positive resources for children’s voices and meaningful participation. ✍️ By Selina Palm & Sahlim Charles ➡️ ow.ly/wro250ZlqFQ
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
👥 The fourth session in the Safe Futures Hub series will focus on response and support services, and why they are central to addressing childhood sexual violence. 📅 July 16th ⏰ 9:00am EST | 3:00pm CEST | 4:00pm EAT 👉https://bit.ly/4vB9qom👈
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
🎉 Join us this Wed 8 July to congratulate the winners of the SVRI Research Grant 2026! During the webinar, we will host a panel discussion with former and current grant partners who will offer some lessons for conducting a successful research project. ➡️ Register now: ow.ly/w8ah50Zk206
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
🎉 Meet the winners of the SVRI Research Grant 2026! Join us for the webinar launch on 8 July 2026 at 3pm SAST and learn more about the awarded projects and what it means to be an SVRI grant recipient! 📅 8 July 2026 🕛 3pm SAST & CEST / 9am ET / 6:30pm IST ➡️ Register here: ow.ly/Obb350ZjakJ
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Raising Voices @raising-voices.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝘀 𝗔𝗜 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗙𝗚𝗕𝗩? ⏰𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿: 🤖 Join us for the second webinar in our TFGBV series as we explore as we explore the opportunities, risks, and realities of AI. 🗓️16 June 2026 🔗Register → us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi... #TFGBV #AI #DigitalSafety #GBV @unwomen.bsky.social @thesvri.bsky.social
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GBVnet @preventgbvnet.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
Repost from @thesvri.bsky.social 📣 Consultant Opportunity! SVRI is looking for a research consultant on child sexual violence outcome measurement. The assignment is to produce a comprehensive evidence review and background paper to strengthen the understanding- 1/3
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
📣 We are hiring a Programs Assistant! Join our team! SVRI is seeking a highly organised, proactive assistant to support in coordination, knowledge management, event production, and communications.  ⏰ Application deadline is 25 July 2026 ➡️ www.svri.org/terms-of-reference-pro…
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
🚀 What does it take to prevent child sexual abuse at scale? In the latest episode, we explore what 'scaling' actually means in the context of child sexual abuse prevention with guests from Spring Impact and Peace Culture Foundation. ➡️ Listen to the full episode: ow.ly/5BsE50ZhwQv
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
🎉 Meet the winners of the SVRI Early-Career Research Fellowships 2026! Together with the Kering Foundation, SVRI is supporting two postdoctoral students from LMICs to conduct research on the intersections of violence against women and children. ➡️ ow.ly/GHH550ZgN0y
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Heading to Bangkok for #SVRIForum2026? 🇹🇭✈️ ➡️We've put together a handy travel guide covering visa requirements, airport logistics, getting around the city, and what to pack. 🔗See the guide at: ow.ly/SC7w50ZeWO5
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
📣 Are you trying to adapt a violence against women prevention programme to a new context? This webinar on 24 & 30 June is for you! Together with Womanity, we will explore adaptation through real-life experiences and experts' reflections. Check the panelists and register: ow.ly/vkjM50Zb2Bg
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
📣 Consultant Opportunity! SVRI is looking for a research consultant to produce an evidence review on child sexual violence outcome measurement. ➡️ Apply by 15 July 2026: ow.ly/RvCF50ZbKhi
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
The Child Sexual Violence Partners’ Meeting – which brought together 37 researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and funders in Nairobi, Kenya – was frank in ways that field convenings rarely are. ➡️ Learn the key learnings and recommendations that emerged: ow.ly/ubez50Z8SAe
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
📱ParentApp Teen empowers caregivers with positive parenting strategies to address violence against children! The app had a transformative impact on parents, caregivers & children during its implementation in Tanzania 🇹🇿 Visit #SafeFuturesHub to learn more 👉https://bit.ly/4chiSnN 👈
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Adapting a violence against women prevention programme to a new context can be challenging and complex. Join our webinar with Womanity to explore adaptation together! We will discuss insights from Adaptation Journeys, a tool about the complexities of adaptation. 🔗 ow.ly/YP5s50Z6zCK
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
🚨New data reveals that countries are only doing half of what they can to keep children and teens safe from sexual violence. 🔴The Out of the Shadows Index makes it clear: We are not doing enough to #EndChildhoodSexualViolence. 👉 Check it out: outoftheshadows.global 👈
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
Exhibit at SVRI Forum 2026! ➡️Swipe to see why the Exhibition Hall is where conversations shaping the global response to violence against women, violence against children, and GBV happen. Spaces are limited. Book your stand before: 📅 21 June 2026 🔗 www.svriforum2026.org/exhibition-hall/
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
📣 Consultancy Opportunity: SVRI Forum Longitudinal Analysis SVRI is seeking a consultant to compile, code, and analyse 17 years of SVRI Forum data into a longitudinal account of how the field of VAW & VAC research has evolved. ⏰ Apply by 25 May 2026 ➡️ ow.ly/6Lzf50Z2FOp
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Host your own session at the SVRI Forum 2026! 🌍 Throughout the Forum, participant-led events create spaces for connection, bold conversations, strategy, learning, and action. 💫 Bring your ideas, community, and vision for change. 🔗 Submit your proposal before 14 June 2026: cutt.ly/UtThOkqf
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
🙏 How can faith become a positive resource, rather than a roadblock, for addressing violent discipline and supporting non-violent parenting? This dialogue brief offers recommendations on how to foster non-violent parenting in faith communities. ➡️ ow.ly/xuSi50Z25JA
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Non-Violent Parenting and Faith: Reclaiming sacred teachings for child dignity, protection, and flourishing - SVRI
Dialogue Brief on how faith can be a positive resource for non-violent parenting and prevent violence against children.
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
📣 SVRI is seeking a wellness professional to design and lead the delivery of wellness and care support at SVRI Forum 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand, 5-9 October. ⏰ Apply by 19 May 2026. 🔗 Find more info: www.svriforum2026.org/call-for-well…
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
📣 The SVRI Forum is the world's largest conference on research and practice to end violence against women and violence against children, held every two years. In 2026, the Forum will take place in Bangkok, Thailand, from 5-9 October. ➡️ Learn more about this global event: cutt.ly/btVf08YG
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
💡Adaptation Journeys is an interactive, online resource offering grounded, practice-based insights on how to adapt interventions on violence against women across contexts. ➡️ Learn more about this project and why adaptation matters in this blog by Womanity. ow.ly/XiM250YY6uR
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) @thesvri.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
📣 Join us this Wednesday, 13 May 2026, for the 3rd session of the Safe Futures Hub webinar series, to explore how shifting norms and values can help prevent childhood sexual violence. ➡️ Register here: ow.ly/rTIW50YXqTA
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