Essays about: "SGBV"

Showing result 11 - 13 of 13 essays containing the word SGBV.

1. 11. Gender Dynamics in Peace and Conflict: A Critical Study on Sexual Violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Sociologi

   Author : Lovisa Lang; [2013]
   Keywords : Gender; Sexual violence in conflict; the Democratic Republic of Congo; Gender inequality; Continuum of violence; Social Sciences;

   Abstract : The aim of this study is to critically explore the effects of pre-existing gender norms on the use of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) in the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), and the normalization of such violence by examining the links between peacetime and wartime sexual violence. The analysis is based on a research overview that highlights aspects of gender, violence and conflict in the DRC, which are discussed within a feminist theoretical framework using concepts of gender inequalities and identities, hegemonic masculinity and violence as a continuum. READ MORE

3. 12. Gender Dynamics in Peace and Conflict: A Critical Study on Sexual Violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Sociologi

   Author : Lovisa Lang; [2013]
   Keywords : the Democratic Republic of Congo; gender; sexual violence in conflict; gender inequality; continuum of violence; Social Sciences;

   Abstract : The aim of this study is to critically explore the effects of pre-existing gender norms on the use of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) in the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), and the normalization of such violence by examining the links between peacetime and wartime sexual violence. The analysis is based on a research overview that highlights aspects of gender, violence and conflict in the DRC, which are discussed within a feminist theoretical framework using concepts of gender inequalities and identities,hegemonic masculinity and violence as a continuum. READ MORE

4. 13. Gender Language In UN Resolutions and Reports: The Effects of Resolution 1325

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Genusvetenskapliga institutionen

   Author : Birgitta Vega Leyton; [2008]
   Keywords : Gender Language; Implementation; Resolution 1325; SEA; SGBV; Sierra Leone; Women’s human rights; Social Sciences;

   Abstract : This thesis examines the gender language in resolutions from the UN Security- Council and reports from the Secretary-General in order to determine if there is a correlation between the two. The objective of the thesis is to highlight Security Council resolution 1325 on women, peace and security and its implementation within peacekeeping missions in order to contribute to advocacy for greater inclusion of women. READ MORE