Enhancing Protection of Girls and Women against GBV in Bama and Banki through Innovative Approaches ltpgtltspangt1. Tlt/spangtltspangthematic Envelope 1lt/spangtltbrgtlt/pgtltpgtltbrgt2. The project's theory of change posits that by addressing specific vulnerabilities linked to gender, age, and disabilities through integrated interventions, the project will reduce protection vulnerabilities among girls and women, therefore enhancing their protective environment. ltbrgtltbrgtRecognizing that collaboration across partners and sectors is instrumental in addressing the complex web of vulnerabilities faced by girls and women, the synergistic strategy includes joint assessments, strengthened referral pathways, and adaptability tailored to sector-specific consideration as well as cross-sectoral activities such as partnership between Boys and Men Stand Against GBV (BMSAG) groups and child-led child rights groups for CP, integration of healthcare workers to GBV support, as well as radio shows with traditional and religious leaders, local celebrities, and children with messaging from all sectors to disseminate new ideas and practices within the community for protection of girls and women.ltbrgtltbrgtlt/pgtltpgtAs girls and women with disabilities are disproportionately vulnerable to violence, the project rejects gender-neutral approaches to disability inclusion to emphasize full-inclusion in decision-making of girls and women with disabilities. Tdh and LABDI will consult with WINN, a local disability organization to address invisibility of girls and women with disabilities to contribute to the ultimate goal of protection of girls and women.lt/pgtltpgtltbrgtCP sector strategies introduce innovative activities such as arts  sports therapy and child-led child rights groups to develop children’s resilience and empowerment that directly contribute to their protection. Children will be provided with platforms for self-expression through cartoon cards in AAP discussions to shape measures that best address the perspectives of girls for their protection. Vocational training for women caregivers aims to create a supportive environment for protection, based on socio-ecological model.lt/pgtltpgtltbrgtIn GBV sector, the innovative deployment of Gender Focal Points in existing community groups such as Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) and establishment of Women Protection Teams (WPTs) promotes early warnings and responses to GBV.lt/pgtltpgtltbrgtEducation sector strategies are linked to the overarching goal of protection by recognizing that education is a key protective factor. The activities will also be protective, such as novel cluster-based learning directly at girls' doorsteps that addresses the education gap. At the end of cluster-based learning, students will be mainstreamed into formal schools to continue their education. WPTs and BMSAG groups will extend their presence to cluster-based learning areas, including conducting GBV safety audits for safe access to WASH facilities. Teachers will be trained to identify, detect, and refer GBV cases, supported to develop and apply code of conduct of GBV and PSEA, and GBV education will be included in the curriculum for students. Students will also receive dignity kits.lt/pgtltpgtltbrgt3. The project will pilot an innovative participatory community approach, articulating community-led WPTs, BMSAG, child-led child rights groups, linking them with healthcare workers, and Gender Focal Points to CJTF. This will allow holistic community approach where all stakeholders will jointly analyze and coordinate efforts to raise awareness, prevent, detect, and refer GBV/CP cases in daily activities.lt/pgtltpgtltbrgtInnovative activities also include arts  sports therapy, a cluster-based learning approach that conducts educational sessions at children's doorsteps to reduce protection risks for girls, and AAP discussions with cartoon cards that encourage children to express their priorities and criticize solutions proposed by elders including humanitarian organizations. Finally, radio shows featuring traditional/religious leaders, celebrities, and children with multi-sector messaging will be an innovative method based on theory of role modeling in behavioural change.lt/pgt