Practice-Based Learning Brief: Working With Governments to End Violence Against Women and Children

This latest Practice-Based Learning Brief consolidates key learning from Grantee and consortium partners of the What Works II programme on working with governments in VAWC prevention programmes. Through a series of interviews and workshops, representatives from six different organisations identified five lessons they consider crucial foundations for effectively working with governments:

• Lesson 1: Conduct political analysis and develop a strategic approach

• Lesson 2: Build credibility and legitimacy with the government

• Lesson 3: Build and nurture relationships with government

• Lesson 4: Strengthen government buy-in to the programme

• Lesson 5: Embed continuity and sustainability strategies

This brief was authored by Lusungu Kalanga and Meka Kamanga. With thanks to Anne Gathumbi, Aqsa Khan, Atta Muhammad, Dora Kiconco Musinguzi, Josephine Kamysia, Kajal Jain, Kalliope Mingeirou, Laura Leeson, Maggie Banda, Maham Khan, Morag Patrick, Naomi Clugston, Natasha Horsfield, Sana Raza and Tina Musuya for their contributions.

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