Strengthening Gender Mainstreaming

Explore Fabo’s Free Courses on Gender Equality

At Fabo Learning Community, we believe in the power of learning as a catalyst for change. Gender equality is not just a goal—it is essential to building a more just, inclusive, and respectful world. Through education, awareness, and action, we can work together to ensure that gender justice is embedded in our workplaces, organisations, and communities.

This International Women’s Day, we are spotlighting the free, high-quality gender-related courses available on the Fabo Learning Platform. These courses are designed to support gender mainstreaming and equip individuals and organisations with the knowledge and tools needed to create safer, more equitable environments.

Why Learning About Gender is Important

Understanding gender is not just about fairness—it’s about building a more inclusive, just, and equitable world. Gender influences how we experience life, from access to education and economic opportunities to safety, health, and decision-making power. When we invest in gender education, we empower individuals and organisations to challenge discrimination, dismantle inequality, and create spaces where everyone can thrive.

It Helps Us Recognise and Address Inequality

Gender inequalities exist in every society—affecting access to education, employment, healthcare, and leadership opportunities. Learning about gender enables us to identify biases and barriers that often go unnoticed and take action to dismantle them.

It Strengthens Workplaces and Organisations

Gender-inclusive workplaces are more productive, innovative, and fair. When organisations integrate gender awareness into their policies and practices, they foster environments where everyone feels safe, valued, and heard. This leads to better decision-making, stronger collaboration, and improved outcomes for all.

It Prevents Harm and Promotes Safety

Gender-based violence (GBV) and sexual exploitation are global crises. Learning about gender justice, prevention of GBV, and Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) equips individuals and organisations with the tools to create safer spaces, respond effectively to misconduct, and build cultures of accountability.

It Enhances Programme Effectiveness

In humanitarian and development work, gender-responsive programming ensures that projects meet the needs of all people, not just a select few. Whether it’s education, healthcare, or economic development, gender-aware programmes lead to better, more sustainable results.

It Advances Human Rights and Social Justice

At its core, gender equality is a human rights issue. Everyone—regardless of gender—deserves equal opportunities, respect, and protection. By learning about gender, we contribute to a more just world, where equity, respect, and dignity are at the foundation of all we do.

Explore Our Gender Learning Resources

📚 Gender Equality & Gender Justice
Understand the systemic barriers to gender equality and learn how to advocate for meaningful change. This course explores key concepts, policies, and strategies to promote justice and inclusion.

• • Gender Equality Basic (DCA)
  • FORB and gender equality - enemies or allies? (NORFORB)
  • Resources on gender equality (Digni)
  • ACT for Gender Justice (ACT Alliance)
  • How To Do a Gender Analysis (Mission 21)
  • Comment Réaliser Une Analyse De Genre (Mission 21)
  • Cómo realizar un análisis de género (Mission 21)
  • Gender Inclusive Human Rights Based Approach Facilitator's Resource Site (DCA)

📊 Gender Responsive Programming
Learn how to design and implement programmes that address gender disparities and integrate gender considerations into humanitarian and development work. This course provides practical tools to ensure projects are equitable and impactful.

• • Gender Responsive Programming (LWF)
  • Gender Responsive Programming in French (LWF)
  • Gender Responsive Programming in Spanish (LWF)
  • Gender Responsive Programming in Arabic (LWF)
  • Gender Responsive Programming in Indonesian (LWF)

🚨 Preventing Gender-Based Violence (GBV)
Gain a deeper understanding of GBV, its root causes, and how to prevent it. This course equips learners with the knowledge needed to identify risks, challenge harmful norms, and take action against violence.

• • Gender and GBV in Cash and Voucher Assistance (DCA)
  • Understanding Violence (Danner)

🛡️ Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA)
Essential training for safeguarding in humanitarian and development work. This course covers critical policies, reporting mechanisms, and preventive measures to ensure that all workplaces and programmes are free from exploitation and abuse.

• • Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights Hub (NCA)
  • Violence Against Women and the Role of Religion (Danner, CKU)
  • Prevention and handling of sexual misconduct - a Digni toolbox (Digni)
  • What is sexual misconduct? (Fabo)
  • Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment learning module (DCA)

Why Learning Matters

By investing in education and capacity-building, we can create workplaces and communities that respect and uphold the rights of all individuals. These courses are designed to help professionals and organisations:

✅ Strengthen gender-sensitive approaches in their work
✅ Implement safer, more inclusive policies and practices
✅ Equip teams with the tools to challenge discrimination and bias
✅ Foster a culture of accountability and respect

Gender Resources on Fabo

Explore these free courses on the Fabo Learning Platform and share them with your teams. Together, we can drive change and create a more gender-equal world.

Check the Gender Courses here

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