About
About the Platform
The SHIELD Training and Awareness Platform is an interactive digital space designed to prevent and address gender-based violence (GBV) among youth. It equips young people and youth workers with accessible information, interactive learning tools, and practical resources to raise awareness, build skills, and foster safer, more respectful environments. The platform combines educational content with engaging formats, such as quizzes and case studies, and features a supportive chatbot to guide users. It serves both as an awareness-raising tool and a professional training resource for those working with young people.
Platform Modules
Introduction to the Training & Awareness Platform
Overview of the SHIELD project, guidance on navigating the platform, and a pre-course self-assessment.
Understanding Gender-Based Violence (GBV)
Definitions, types of GBV, legal frameworks, statistics, and how to identify early warning signs.
Sexual Harassment
Exploring forms of sexual harassment, where it happens, and how to prevent and respond effectively.
Dating Violence / Intimate Partner Violence
Understanding abusive behaviours in relationships, power dynamics, and recognizing red flags.
Consent and Healthy Relationships
Learning about affirmative consent, setting boundaries, and promoting respectful, equal relationships.
Online and AI-Facilitated GBV
Examining digital forms of GBV, AI’s role in both enabling and combating abuse, and safe online practices.
Support and Action: What to Do if You or Somebody Else Experiences GBV
Practical guidance on where to seek help, how to support others, and understanding reporting mechanisms at both national and EU levels.
