The event brought together 50 participants, including representatives of partner ministries, UN agencies, media professionals, key community leaders, and influencers from various sectors. The discussions centered around the crucial roles men and boys play in combating gender-based violence (GBV) and promoting gender equality. Participants collectively agreed on the necessity of legislative reforms to enhance protection for survivors of violence and support women's shelters. They stressed the importance of integrating men into GBV prevention strategies.

 

During the event, strategic priorities were set for the next three to five years, focusing on improving the legislative framework, engaging men and boys through education, and redefining harmful gender norms and masculinity. Keynote speeches and collaborative discussions underscored the need for long-term, culturally sensitive initiatives that engage community leaders and utilize existing educational programs to foster social change and challenge entrenched stereotypes. The commitment pledge signed by the participants underscored a unified approach to nurturing an equitable society free from gender-based violence.