Primary prevention of sexual and intimate partner violence can often feel overwhelming and full of frameworks, acronyms, and technical terms. But at its core, prevention is about creating conditions where violence is less likely to happen and where safety, connection, and wellbeing can thrive.
In this introductory session, primary prevention will be explained in clear, accessible language alongside an exploration of how community environments and conditions shape health, safety, and behavior. Practical examples from the field will illustrate what prevention looks like in action and make core concepts tangible and easy to understand. This session also lays the groundwork for the companion session, which will focus on communicating prevention in ways that resonate with communities and partners.
