Practice-based lessons for feminist, ethical and evidence-based violence against women and girls prevention at scale

This paper is intended to contribute towards discussions on pathways for scale as part of the Wilton Park November 2023 meeting What will it take to end gender-based violence?

As the What Works II programme began the competitive process to award funding for scale in 2022, the selection panel encountered difficulties identifying projects that could meet the necessary criteria for funding. This challenge prompted a reflection on the state of the VAWG prevention field and its readiness for scale. Our reflection produced six key findings, specifically around evidence and learning, funding mechanisms, and partnerships.

This paper is intended to contribute towards discussions on pathways for scale as part of the Wilton Park November 2023 meeting What will it take to end gender-based violence? Rethinking pathways to preventing violence at scale. Feedback on our experience and reflections is welcome.

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