BLUF

Through the Spotlight Initiative run by the UN Population Fund (UNFPA), Ugandan men are training to help reduce gender-based violence in their communities.

Summary

KEY POINTS: 
  1. Over 1500 Ugandan men have been trained as role models through UNFPA's Spotlight Initiative since 2019 
  2. Shifting attitudes around domestic responsibilities can help reduce violence in households 
  3. Men and boys have an important role in communities to work towards eliminating gender-based violence

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