Inclusive Protection Emergency Responses ltpgtltbrgtThe project will be jointly implemented by Atfaluna Society for Deaf Children (ASDC) and Stars of Hope (SHS). The project was designed in coordination between the two partners as well as consultations with target groups. ltbrgtThe project seeks to alleviate the impact of child and gender-based violence (GBV) protection risks against conflict-affected boys, girls, women with and without disabilities by facilitating their to inclusive child and GBV protection lifesaving responses in the middle area and Khan Younis. ltbrgtResult1 aims to benefit 5000 children (2500 females, 2500 males), with 50% having disabilities, by improving their access to inclusive child protection mechanisms. Activities under this result include the provision of inclusive psychosocial support interventions to 1000 children, conducting inclusive recreational activities for 5000 children, and delivering awareness sessions to 40 health service providers on identifying and referring unaccompanied and separated children. Additionally, safe identification and referrals of unaccompanied and separated children will be ensured, and child protection case management will be provided to 60 and case referrals to 100 children children (girls and boys), with 60% having disabilities. Furthermore, 700 PSS kits and assistive devices will be distributed, and multi-cash assistance will be extended to 300 families, including female-headed households. Moreover, 15 frontline staff (females, males) members working with child protection will receive individual and group sessions aimed at providing recreational and technical support.ltbrgtResult2 focuses on supporting 1,000 women and adolescent girls with and without disabilities (50% with disabilities) through various inclusive GBV protection responses. Activities include training 30 frontline workers on Personal Safety during emergencies, identification of GBV cases during emergencies, and the protection of data. Moreover, support sessions will be conducted for GBV frontline staff, psychosocial support interventions will be provided for GBV survivors or at-risk individuals, and case management will be offered to women and adolescent girls during emergencies. Additionally, provision of protectional material assistance and legal aid for GBV survivors will be facilitated.ltbrgtResult3 aims to conceptualize conflict-affected community members on child and GBV protection risks and mitigation strategies. Activities include providing education on protection risk mitigation strategies, organizing workshops and training sessions for parents, conducting Explosive Ordnance Risk Education awareness sessions, leading community-led awareness campaigns, and developing and disseminating inclusive awareness materials.ltbrgtThe project aligns with the Protection Cluster's objective of providing lifesaving protection responses and aims to strengthen protection mechanisms, improve access to humanitarian assistance, and enhance understanding of potential risks within the community, thereby fostering a safer living environment for vulnerable individuals.ltbrgtThis project prioritizes the implementation of the Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) strategies as a fundamental aspect of its design and execution. Measures will be put in place to ensure that the project target groups,  children and women with and without disabilities, are safeguarded from any form of exploitation or abuse throughout the project lifecycle. Staff contracts will have terms for PSEA standards, and they will be trained on PSEA.  Additionally, awareness sessions on PSEA will be integrated into community workshops and training sessions to raise awareness among beneficiaries and stakeholders about their rights and avenues for seeking assistance in cases of abuse or exploitation. By integrating PSEA considerations into every aspect of the project, we aim to create a safe and empowering environment where individuals can access essential services and support without fear of harm or exploitation.ltbrgtlt/pgt