GCED by ThemesInstructor-led

You Can Eliminate Discrimination Against Women!

Application 02-14-2024 ~ 03-06-2024
Learning 03-12-2024 ~ 04-25-2024(6 Weeks)
Course ID 2024_80_CL002_1_0_
  • Fixed Deadlines

  • Application & Selection Process

  • 1:1 Interaction with the Instructor

  • Downloadable Certificate
    Earn a certificate upon the completion

  • 100% Free

About the Course

It is a reality that women and girls still experience discriminatory laws, policies, and practices that curtail their human rights. In fact, The Gender Snapshot 2022 report  ALERTS us that at the current rate of progress, it will take up to 286 years to close gaps in legal protection and remove discriminatory laws related to women.

What can YOU and I do about this situation? Is Gender Equality an elusive goal?

This course will expose you to feminist activist approaches to the elimination of discrimination against women and will include too, the understanding of CEDAW, the UN Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women, and Special Procedures. We will discuss the question “Do UN mechanisms work?

In particular, we will learn about Violence against Women (VAW). VAW is both the cause & consequence of gender inequalities.

• Violence against women – particularly intimate partner violence and sexual violence – is a major public health problem and a violation of women's human rights.

• Estimates published by WHO indicate that globally about 1 in 3 (30%) of women worldwide have been subjected to either physical and/or sexual intimate partner violence or non-partner sexual violence in their lifetime.


 

This course is exclusively designed for women. Whether you're a student, professional, or homemaker, This course is designed to support you on your unique journey!

Instructor

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Ivy N Josiah is a Malaysian women’s human rights advocate and a gender consultant cum educator. Ivy is the former President and Executive Director of Women’s Aid Organisation (WAO- www.wao.org.my ), where over 20 years she developed WAO’s shelter services and advocacy strategies for law and policy reform. WAO opened Malaysia’s first shelter for survivors of domestic violence in 1982.

She has a strong background in women’s human rights addressing multiple forms of discrimination against women and has conducted training in over 15 countries. She currently serves on four international boards on women’s rights and remains active in civil society. Ivy is also a member of Five Arts Centre.

She loves to advocate, dance, cook and create.

Course Reviews

  • Mangalam Ilangkovan
    In an increasingly interconnected world, gender equality remains a pressing issue that requires collective action. Ms. Ivy's course, "You Can Eliminate Discrimination Against Women," brought together participants from various countries to address this crucial challenge. As someone deeply committed to promoting women's rights, I found this course to be a thought-provoking and empowering experience.

    The course covered a comprehensive range of topics, including the historical roots of gender discrimination, the social and economic impacts of inequality, and the legal and policy frameworks designed to combat discrimination. Ms. Ivy skillfully wove together theoretical concepts with real-world case studies, ensuring that the content remained relevant and applicable to the diverse group of participants.

    One of the course's strengths was its interactive nature. Through group discussions, role playing exercises and panel sessions, participants had the opportunity to share their unique perspectives and learn from one another's experiences. This cross-cultural exchange was invaluable, as it highlighted the need for contextual understanding and tailored approaches when addressing gender discrimination in different societies.

    Ms. Ivy's passion for the subject matter was palpable, and her extensive knowledge and expertise shone through in her engaging delivery. She deftly navigated complex topics, providing clear explanations and encouraging critical thinking among the participants.

    A highlight of the course was the emphasis on practical strategies for eliminating discrimination. Participants were equipped with tools and techniques for advocacy, community mobilization, and policy development. The course also explored the role of education, media, and corporate initiatives in promoting gender equality, offering a holistic approach to addressing this multifaceted issue.

    While the course content was comprehensive, some participants expressed a desire for more in-depth exploration of specific cultural or regional contexts. Additionally, incorporating more interactive multimedia resources or case study simulations could further enhance the learning experience.
  • Huma Nabizada
    This course was incredibly insightful and educational. It was well-organized and skillfully coordinated by Professor Ivy. I was particularly impressed by Professor Ivy's ability to effectively engage students from various countries, allowing each student the opportunity to share their opinions and perspectives.
    I am immensely grateful to Professor Ivy for delivering such a comprehensive course, and I extend my gratitude to GCED Online Campus for providing me with the opportunity to expand my knowledge and skills.
  • Laone Caren Moruisi
    To have been part of this course has been the highlight of my year (having just celebrated 30 years on Monday 15th). I am grateful and honored to have been selected and to have taken part in it to learn and share experiences with the other phenomenal women from across the world. Thank you to the APCEIU team for their prompt feedback, repsonses and assistance in the overall flow of the course. They made the process seamless. A heartfelt thank you to Ms Ivy for availing her time and allowing us into her world. It has really been insightful and I take these lessons into my work as an academic to advocate for and sensitise not only my students and those I work with and the community about women issues.

    I am proud of the women who show up because it is only through them that I also show up also, bold and unapologetic.
  • Ornela Quku
    Maximum marks for this course. I am very pleased to be part of a diverse group of participants and the talented and very positive instructor, Mrs. Ivy, who conducted the lectures in an extraordinary way. I would like to be part of other experiences organized by GCED and of course contribute to GCED initiatives whenever possible. Thank you to all the excellent girls who shared experiences and opinions from around the globe. Ornela, Albania, 2024
  • Sanjha Ibrahim
    This class exceeded all expectations! The supportive community we formed, with shared interests and open discussions, sparked beautiful friendships. A huge thank you to Miss Ivy for the engaging learning environment, Meto & Archita for keeping us connected, Romary and Mangalam for the amazing magazine, and everyone for this meaningful journey!
    [Alumna of Class, You Can Eliminate Discrimination Against Women 2024]


  • Rita. Amayo
    The course was very insightful and educative, which met the scope outline. Well organized by GCED online Campus and well coordinated by Professor IVY. The Professor's ability to handle all Students across each Country is really admirable, giving each Student opportunity to share their opinion. For Me, I will say it's a paradigm shift, especially learning new ways of overcoming negative stereotype which have affected Me in the past, the tools & techniques delivered to Me and ways to overcome has boosted My inner Mind positively. The Professor was patient to Listen to all Student in class and made necessary corrections. Finally, I was able to understand that discrimination of the women/female Gender is not peculiar to Me or Country alone, but cut across the globe.
    Thank you Professor IVY for well delivered course, and thank you GCED Online Campus for giving Me another opportunity to learn anew.
  • MARY GRACE BANAL
    I am grateful to learn a trifecta of insights from this class. First is that women from all over the world suffer the same situations despite having diverse cultures. Second is that there definitely something we can do to empower women and help them overcome these struggles. Finally, that as women, we can collectively change for a better world with more equity for all genders but more importantly, a world where discrimination against women is non-existent. This class has been an enjoyable journey of learning and Ms. Ivy did a great job as our Instructor and Mentor.
  • OFIYA NISAH
    Greetings to meet you all, I am Ofiya Nisah from Indonesia, this is my second experience on the GCED course. As an elementary school principal, this course is really needed to provide insight and experience for me. Hopefully all activities can be carried out well and smoothly. In the end, the knowledge gained can benefit the surrounding environment. Thank you Ms.lvy, Ms.Meto, Ms.Archita and team GCED Online Campus for the opportunity to study here .
  • Julian Sabiiti
    I'm Julian Sabiiti, from Uganda in East Africa. When I joined this class initially, I had expectations of what I would learn, what I would discover, who I would interact with. The experience has been more than I had hoped for. I felt like part of a group of people who had a lot in common, beliefs, experiences, questions, ideas! I especially enjoyed when we went into break out sessions and each person really shared their thoughts in detail. I felt a kinship with these ladies and I'm grateful. Cheers to friendships that have been built through this experience!
    I would like to say a big thank you to Miss Ivy for a fun learning experience. For teaching us, listening to us, encouraging us to think deeply on so many issues, for material that was eye opening and even for some shared laughs!
    Thank you also to Meto and Archita for making sure to keep up with all of us!
    Finally a thank you to the ladies who volunteered to work on our digital magazine, and to the entire class for such a meaningful experience.

    [Alumna of You Can Eliminate Violence Against Women 2023]