“That never happens here” Sexual and gender-based violence against men, boys and/including LGBTIQ+ persons in humanitarian settings

Abstract

Sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) against women and girls in armed conflict, detention or humanitarian crises is horrific, widespread and well documented. They are not alone.

There is now increasing recognition of the diversity of victims/survivors of sexual and gender-based violence in conflict settings and other humanitarian emergencies.

A new report – "That never happens here": Sexual and gender-based violence against men, boys and/including LGBTIQ+ people in humanitarian settings" – highlights the crushing impact and prevalence of SGBV against other overlooked groups.

The report calls for better understanding within the humanitarian community and improved responses to the needs of men, boys and/including LGBTIQ+ victims/survivors.

It also issues a series of recommendations – and a call to action – for states, humanitarian agencies and the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.