1. Protection (Child Protection / SGBV)
The Protection sector with the assistance of the IM team developed a database for the tracking of referrals and feedback status. The database has been discussed with the Protection Core Group for feedback and suggestions. It will be finalized in the coming weeks and upon finalization it will allow the sector to track on quarterly basis the total number of referrals done by partners per sector and per governorate, and out of these the number of referrals still pending, successfully closed or for which the service could not be provided.
Core members from the Protection and Social Stability sectors met to devise advocacy messages to address xenophobic rhetoric in attempt to bring down tensions. Participants agreed that existing messages/initiatives will be shared to be adjusted to current context and needs. Positive examples will be also taken from statements recently issues by ministers (i.e. Derbas) in the aftermath of the events in Qaa. However in order to ensure proper definition of messages they felt the need to have a more in depth discussion on target audience.
Recognizing the importance in empowering the communities to be agents of change for children, over 350 community-based groups (scouts, men’s and women’s groups) have been trained. Trainings have encompassed enhancing interpersonal communication skills and on how and where to access available services, such as those provided by Social Development Centres.
Over 150,000 children and caregivers have been sensitized on child protection issues including child labor and types of services that are available to children. Through these initiatives, capacity of children to address risks has been enhanced and there is increased awareness of where to seek assistance.