Gender sensitization for Boys

Why Gender Sensitization


AHWAAHAN - Gender Sensitization for boys

Staring , eve teasing, blocking paths, slowing bikes to follow girls, brushing past intentionally, gesturing or blinking suggestively, stalking and so on are acts of disrespect normalized

AHWAAHAN - Gender Sensitization for boys

Gender issues are framed as ‘women’s problems’ which is accepted by the society hence, gender sensitization

AHWAAHAN - Gender Sensitization for boys

Boys who learn empathy become men who protect dignity.

Impact of Global Sensitization Program

Six evaluations found participating students less accepting
of Physical, Psychological and Sexual violence

Break and Escape

Panama

A Pilot -
Helped participants change gender norms

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Bangladesh

Students showed more
non-violent behavior
- better communication

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Kenya

6 week program for boys- Increased likelihood of intervening in Violent or harassing incidents

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Combodia & India

Two Programs - Reduced agreement that in some circumstances a husband can beat a wife.

AHWAAHAN Gender sensitization for Boys empowers adolescent boys
to break gender stereotypes and encourage by-stander action.


Boys learn
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Understanding feelings -
showing kindness and respect.

Awareness

Questioning stereotypes -
choosing fair behavior.

Boundary Setting

Sharing thoughts clearly -
handling conflicts calmly.

Decision Making

Spotting harmful acts -
stepping in safely to help others.

Additional Curriculum

Gender Experts cover topics such as Human Rights, Gender, Sexuality, Masculinity, Reproductive health, Peer pressure, Communication Empathy and Action.

12 Modules

Duration

18 Hours

Spread Over 12 Weeks

1.5 Hours

1–2 Sessions Per Week

Target Audience

  • Boys in grades 8-12 from government and low-cost private schools.

Trainers

  • Expert gender trainers, skilled in participatory methods with adolescents.

Transformative Outcomes

  • An Impact evaluation of the 3- year program, conducted by TISS, Hyderabad, showed boys shaping into respectful and empathetic young people.
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Contact Us

#28, Nagarjuna Hills,
Punjagutta, Hyderabad,
Telangana, 500082.

9121282279

contact@ahwaahan.com