Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) is a widespread global crisis affecting millions of individuals cutting across age, culture, gender, and socioeconomic status. Survivors often carry deep emotional, psychological, physical, and social scars that require compassionate and specialized care.

The Diploma in Counseling Survivors of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) at the Chartered Institute of Counseling (CICN) prepares professionals to provide trauma-informed, survivor-centered counseling. This program equips practitioners with the tools to support survivors in reclaiming their dignity, voice, and resilience while fostering safer communities.

Why Choose This Course?

• SGBV is one of the most pressing human rights and public health issues globally.
• Many survivors lack access to specialized counseling, prolonging trauma and recovery.
• This diploma provides evidence-based approaches rooted in trauma psychology, gender studies, and counseling ethics.
• CICN’s program emphasizes cultural sensitivity and global best practices, ensuring readiness to work in diverse contexts.
• Graduates will be prepared to make a lasting difference in NGOs, humanitarian organizations, healthcare, and counseling practice.