In these regions, GBV, a widespread human rights violation in Cameroon,disproportionately affects women and girls. Gender inequality and discrimination are deeply rooted in systemic patriarchy and social exclusion, which perpetuate and exacerbate GBV.

UNFPA Cameroon has increasingly adopted the integration of cash assistance as an additional tool within humanitarian GBV case management, particularly through programs implemented in the ongoing crises in the Northwest, Southwest, and Far North Regions. This cash assistance has been used as an additional assistance modality to help survivors overcome economic barriers and therefore meet their specific needs and access essential services. The approach aimed to mitigate further GBV risks for survivors, enhance the overall GBV response by addressing economic barriers, and facilitate the recovery and empowerment of survivors.