DONATELLA VALENTE
ELEONORA PALMA

Understanding the definitions, forms and dynamics of gender-based violence.
Knowing national and international legislation protecting women and children who are victims of violence.
Recognising the main signs of abuse and emergency response procedures.
Knowing the local network and services dedicated to protecting and supporting victims.
Promoting a culture of equality and inclusion as a tool for preventing violence.

No specific prerequisites are required.

Gender-based violence: definition, prevalence, characteristics and risk factors.
Emergency care for women and children who are victims of violence.
Relevant legislation and legal and health protection tools.
Equal culture and combating gender gaps as primary prevention.
The role of healthcare professionals in managing and reporting cases of violence.
Nursing and rehabilitation care for women who are victims of violence.

Slides presented during the seminar

Frontal lessons

Optional, at the student's choice

At the end of the seminar, students will be required to answer 5 multiple-choice questions (only one correct answer).

Which of the following statements correctly describes the territorial network for combating gender-based violence?
a) It consists solely of law enforcement agencies.
b) It involves hospitals, counselling centres, anti-violence centres and social services that collaborate in taking care of victims.
c) It is activated exclusively in the event of a criminal complaint.
d) It is the exclusive responsibility of the Ministry of Health.