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Several studies have shown that involving entire communities in recognising , addressing and working to prevent GBV is one of the surest ways of eliminating it . To be effective , community networks must bring together all the responses in the society , integrating members from all sectors of the community : families ; businesses ; advocacy groups and civil society ; public officials from the police , fire service and medical institutions ; social services such as welfare , unemployment , public housing and health ; education ; the media ; and officials from national , state / provincial and local / municipal governments . Community interventions should send clear messages about what gender-based violence is , the different forms it takes , why it is wrong , and how to prevent it . ( Advocates for Human Rights 2010 .)
PART III : THEORY
It may be a good idea to develop women ’ s support groups or support groups specifically designed for survivors of sexual violence and their families .