The GBV Program intends to contribute to the eradication of sexual and gender-based violence in Congo through the achievement of the following two overall program objectives: 1.to enable individuals affected by sexual and gender-based violence in Ituri District of Orientale Province and in Maniema Province to resume their roles within family and community; 2.to strengthen community responsiveness to sexual and gender based violence to protect individuals against future incidents, particularly at the local level.