The Spanish Red Cross has made Protection a core part of its work with migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers.
Working with the Spanish government’s Ministry of Inclusion, Social Security and Migration, UNHCR, and others, the Society has contributed to the development of a national Protocol for Prevention and Response to Violence Against Women, which has sought to harmonize efforts to address Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) across the country.
Equipping practitioners with clear definitions, tools, and procedures for identifying risks, assessing cases, and informing responses, the protocol establishes clear referral pathways, and consistent processes. In addition, training for staff, not only on the protocol, but on protection and the identification and prevention of SGBV more broadly, has helped embed and mainstream awareness and adoption of protection principles throughout the National Society.