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Abstract Background Engaging men and boys in interventions designed to achieve gender equity has demonstrated positive impact on reducing gender-based violence (GBV) and improving women's and girls' health. This scoping review describes the content of published gender equity programs that engage men/boys in humanitarian settings. Methods We searched five databases for peer-reviewed articles of GBV programs implemented with men/boys in humanitarian settings (published between Jan 2000 and Dec 2019). From each article, we extracted information on program evaluation strategies, theoretical frameworks, and modes of adaptation to the humanitarian setting. Results Of 21 published articles of GBV programs with men/boys (implemented in 17 countries), the majority utilized a psychosocial (attitudes) or structural (feminism) theory and only seven were not theoretically based. As to evaluation, nine programs employed quantitative methods whilst the rest employed qualitative or mixed methods; outcome evaluation data were gathered from both men only or men and women. In most articles, authors described how they developed the program taking into account the humanitarian setting and incorporated practical delivery components to overcome contextual barriers. Conclusions In describing the content of published GBV interventions that include men/boys in humanitarian settings, this scoping review can guide future efforts to improve women's/girls' health. Such programs can help realize SDG5 to “achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.” Key messages Including men in interventions designed to improve women’s/girls’ health in humanitarian settings is critical. A scoping review of the published literature can identify existing knowledge and guide future programs.
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