GBV refers to harmful behaviour directed at someone because of their gender, gender identity, or gender expression. It includes, but is not limited to:
- Sexual harassment or sexual violence
- Domestic abuse (physical, emotional, psychological, financial, or controlling behaviour).
- Stalking, coercive control, or intimidation linked to gender or sexuality.
- Repeated, persistent and intrusive behaviour causing fear of violence or engenders alarm and distress in the victim.
- Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), forced marriage, and so-called “honour-based” abuse. Our full definition can be found on our Single Source of Information page