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We are excited to announce the launch of our END GBV in VET Ambassadors Initiative, and we would like to invite you to be a part of it!

The END GBV in VET project aims to tackle gender-based violence in vocational education and training by providing training to interested students, teachers/ staff, and parents to better address GBV, and to offer support and consultations through full service offices on campus. AKMI is participating in this project along with VET Institutes and experts from Austria, Germany, Greece, Italy, Luxembourg, Slovakia, and Spain. In this regard, we are inviting students and all interested people to take part in the END GBV in VET Ambassadors Alliance.

 As an END GBV in VET Student Ambassador, you will have the opportunity to participate in a 2-day online training workshop. After the completion of the online training, you will also have opportunities to get involved in more project activities; indicatively, to assist at the END GBV Pilot Office and/ or the Pilot Portal and to advocate on a “free of GBV VET” and further communicate the issue through posts/articles and consultations.

The role is incredibly varied, which gives you a range of opportunities to enhance your personal development.

We are seeking enthusiastic and committed VET students to become ambassadors for the END GBV in VET project. As an ambassador, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in your school community by advocating for respect and non-violence. Here are the key characteristics and requirements we are looking for:

  • Currently enrolled in a VET program
  • Over 18 years old
  • Willing to participate in the END GBV training
  • Willing to participate in advocacy activities
  • Available to support the activities of the END GBV in VET office and/or the online portal that will be established in the VET Institute in Spring 2024. (Participation in the Office/ Portal Activities is not mandatory; Student Ambassadors will participate voluntarily based on their availability).
  • Desirable: Previous civic engagement experience

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive impact and become part of a team that is dedicated to ending Gender Based Violence in VET. As an Ambassador, you will be actively involved in our END GBV in VET project and training sessions, and we are excited to have you on board.

If you are interested in becoming an END GBV in VET Student Ambassador, you can register HERE.

Are you a VET teacher/ staff member or a parent?         

You can also get involved and support in making a positive impact. You will have the opportunity to participate in an online seminar and learn how to support the END GBV in VET Student Ambassador Alliance.

If you are interested in participating in the training sessions, register HERE.

Specific information about the date of the training sessions and the further support activities will be sent via email to registered participants.

Learn more about the END GBV in VET Project: https://endgbv-in-vet.eu/             

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EU joins the Istanbul Convention and stands against Gender Based Violence:

We are thrilled to announce that the European Union is acceding to the Istanbul Convention, reaffirming its commitment to combatting gender-based violence. This groundbreaking development gives us renewed hope and highlights the urgency of our mission with the End GBV in VET and the #Cancel GBV in VET projects.

What is the Istanbul Convention?
The Istanbul Convention, officially known as the Council of Europe Convention on preventing and combating violence against women and domestic violence, is a comprehensive legal framework aimed at protecting women from all forms of violence, and to prevent, prosecute and eliminate violence against women and domestic violence.

AKMI is a partner to the EU funded projects End GBV in VET and #Cancel GBV in Basket, both aiming to combat GBV phenomena in Vocational Education and Training Institutes and the sports sector respectively while at the same time re-affirming a strong priority towards gender equality and the need for creation of safe spaces in both sectors.

 

🔹 What is the End GBV in VET project?

End GBV in VET is a collaborative initiative aimed at eradicating gender-based violence in vocational education and training programs. We firmly believe that everyone deserves a safe and inclusive learning environment, free from any form of violence or discrimination.

Learn more: https://endgbv-in-vet.eu/    

 

What is the #Cancel GBV in Basket project?

#Cancel GBV in Basket intents to combat GVB and discrimination in basketball, so as to eliminate each form of gender-based discrimination and prejudice in the field of basketball, through the provision of an upskilling curriculum to coaches, empowerment activities to athletes, as well as a case management system that will be established in basketball

Learn more: https://cgbvbasket.eu/         


🔹 Why is the EU Commission’s entry into the Istanbul Convention significant?

The Istanbul Convention is a milestone agreement that seeks to prevent and combat violence against women and domestic violence. With the EU Commission joining this crucial framework, it sends a powerful message that gender-based violence will not be tolerated within the European Union.

 

🔹 Our mission:

The End GBV in VET and the #Cancel GBV in VET projects are dedicated to raising awareness, providing resources, and implementing strategies to eliminate gender-based violence phenomena. We aim to foster a culture of respect, equality, and safety for all people and especially women in VET and in Sports.

 

🔹 How can you contribute?

✅ Spread the word: Share this post and help raise awareness about GBV. Let’s inspire others to join us in creating a safer future for all.

✅ Support survivors: Show compassion and empathy towards survivors of gender-based violence. Let them know they are not alone, and help them access the support they need.

✅ Advocate for change: Urge educational institutions, sports institutions and policymakers to prioritize the eradication of gender-based violence in VET programs. Together, we can bring about transformative change.

 

🔗 To learn more about the EU Commission’s entry into the Istanbul Convention, visit: https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/statement_23_2997

 

Join us in our fight to end gender-based violence in vocational education and training. Together, we can create a future where everyone feels safe, respected, and empowered to thrive. 💪💜

 

#EndGBVinVET #IstanbulConvention #GenderEquality #SafeLearningEnvironment #NoToGBV #EUCommission #SocialJustice

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