RFP - Building awareness around digital safety and technology facilitated gender based violence among adolescent boys and girls

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About the Organization

Girl Effect is an international non-profit that connects girls to the resources and support she needs to overcome barriers, see themselves differently and unleash their full potential. We believe that the most powerful force to break the cycle of intergenerational poverty is GIRLS. When you connect GIRLS to what they need, unleash the limits communities set for them, and change how girls see themselves- they change the world. That’s the Girl Effect. Our approach redefines what girls think they can and should do. We do this by building digital and media technologies that girls want, trust and need.From chatbots and applications to chat shows and TV dramas, our approach uses modern technologies to reach girls where they are today.

About the Proposal

Girl Effect is seeking the services of an experienced implementing partner to effectively implement an academic (school and college) intervention for our Technology Facilitated Gender Based Violence (TFGBV) program to empower both girls and boys, through a cohesive, inclusive, and participatory model of engagement in schools.

The work under this hiring/procurement will support Girl Effect India’s program on TFGBV with a strong focus on addressing Digital Safety, that equips adolescents and youth with the knowledge, confidence, and agency to navigate the digital world safely, challenge harmful gender norms, and promote respectful online and offline behaviours, through Girl Effect’s comprehensive, plug-and-play, digital, play-based toolkit.

Girl Effect India implements girl-centered programs to empower adolescent girls and young women by improving their access to health, safety, and digital opportunities. Our work focuses on key areas, including HPV vaccination, sexual and reproductive health, mental health, nutrition, and addressing technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV). Through digital innovation, behavior change content, and strategic partnerships, we equip girls with knowledge, skills, and resources to make informed choices. We also engage parents, communities, and institutions to create an enabling environment for girls to thrive. Moving forward, Girl Effect India will continue to drive impact by scaling initiatives, strengthening collaborations, and advocating for gender equity in health and digital space

Girl Effect India will empower adolescent girls and young women to navigate the digital world safely, free from harassment and technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV). Through digital literacy education, awareness campaigns, and partnerships, we will equip girls with knowledge of their rights while engaging boys, parents, educators, and communities to recognize and mitigate TFGBV. By collaborating with government bodies, cyber & legal experts, and civil society organizations, we will facilitate access to support services for survivors. Our holistic approach integrates learning, awareness, support, and policy advocacy. Girl Effect will lead programme design, content creation, and digital engagement while partnering for on-the-ground implementation and scale-up.

What You’ll Do

Aligned with the goal of enhancing awareness, knowledge, and attitudes among adolescents (classes 8–12 and college students), this intervention is designed to complement existing school and college sessions. We are engaging an experienced agency to deploy and roll out Girl Effect’s plug-and-play module, which leverages relatable digital content, co-created learning experiences, and safe spaces for dialogue to transform classrooms and campuses into participatory environments that empower both girls and boys. The module focuses on equipping adolescents and youth to navigate challenges such as technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV), online risks, limited awareness of digital safety practices, and lack of knowledge about available redressal mechanisms. As part of the approach, the agency will also support the creation of Digital Safety Ambassadors—peer leaders trained on key issues around TFGBV and digital safety. These youth ambassadors will serve as school/ college‑level champions, co‑leading workshops, supporting the rollout of the module, and acting as trusted points of contact for their peers. The agency will also convene expert talks and legal literacy sessions in collaboration with key stakeholders, including cybersecurity and digital rights organizations, as well as academic, legal, and police experts. These sessions will equip students with practical knowledge on reporting mechanisms, key laws such as the IPC, IT Act, and POCSO, and broader guidance on digital safety, safeguarding, and responsible online behavior. The intended outcomes include improved digital literacy, enhanced understanding of TFGBV and support systems, and the cultivation of respectful and inclusive online interactions among adolescent girls and boys. Additionally, the initiative aims to sensitize parents and teachers, fostering empathy and support for young people navigating the digital world.

Eligibility

You are a mission-driven organization committed to improving adolescent outcomes and have a deep understanding of SBCC approaches and experience in implementing school based programs that drive behavior change and awareness.

Your organization is:

• Experienced in Adolescent and Youth Programs: You have successfully designed and implemented programs within schools and colleges, working closely with teachers, students, and parents.
• Well-versed in SBCC Strategies: You have expertise in developing and delivering behavior change communication campaigns.
• A Strong Implementer with Scalable Operations: You have the capacity to work at scale, adapting interventions to diverse settings while ensuring high-quality implementation.
• Data-Driven and Impact-Oriented: You have robust monitoring and evaluation mechanisms in place, ensuring that program effectiveness is measured, lessons are documented, and approaches are refined for greater impact.
• Aligned with Gender Policies: You understand and work within the frameworks of policies on gender, ensuring alignment with national and global best practices.

Local Implementing Partner Competencies

Applicant organizations are expected to fulfil the following competencies:

• Demonstrate an understanding of Child Protection, Safeguarding and ethical issues in research.
• Have existing school/college relationships in the target geographies and have experience working with and supporting young people, particularly adolescent girls, and specific knowledge of gender dynamics at individual and community levels.
• Experience in fieldwork supervision.
• Ability to report and respond to comments and questions promptly and appropriately.
• Good digital skills (be familiar with web browsers and have some experience with using Android apps).
• Must demonstrate past experience and credentials in education programs and have strong relationships and established agreements or MOUs with state‑level education departments to enable effective engagement and rollout.

How to Apply

Please submit proposals, as described above, to Girl Effect’s procurement team (suppliers@girleffect.org) by August 25th. Please mark your email with the subject line, ‘‘Implementing Partner India - TFGBV.’

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