Systemic and intersectional response needed to counter GBV

The United Nations (UN) defines gender-based violence (GBV) is defined as any act of physical, sexual, economic or psychological harm or suffering, including threats of such acts, coercion, or arbitrary deprivations of liberty, perpetrated against a person based on gender differences between males and females, whether in public or private life.

The Epidemic Within the Pandemic

The Covid-19 pandemic brought a lot of activities to a halt as governments worldwide – including Kenya – put measures in place to curb the spread of the virus. Some of the measures included lockdowns as people were encouraged to stay at home when necessary. Employers also started downsizing, sending many employees back home to reduce interactions.