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Women DB survey

Every question here is voluntary. Skip straight to the last step if you would rather not answer them.

Open each section to complete it. All survey questions are voluntary unless marked required; you may choose “Prefer not to answer” where provided.

A. Survey administration, eligibility & consent

Do you voluntarily agree to participate in this survey?

Are you 18 years of age or older?

Country of residence

Community / town

Are you willing to be contacted for future Women DB programmes or follow-up surveys?

If yes, how would you prefer Women DB to contact you? (Select all that apply)

Phone call SMS WhatsApp Email

Preferred phone number or email address

B. Demographic, household & disability information

What is your age?

Highest level of education completed

Which best describes your current occupation?

Including yourself, how many people live in your household?

How many children under 18 live in your household?

Do you live with a disability or long-term condition that affects daily activities?

If yes, please describe the disability or long-term condition and any support you need

Which best describes where you live?

Which best describes your housing situation?

Are you the primary caregiver for children, elderly persons, or family members requiring regular care?

Are you a member of a women’s association, cooperative, savings group, or community organisation?

Religious affiliation

Ethnic group (optional)

C. Socioeconomic wellbeing

Current employment status

Main source of income

Approximate monthly personal income

To what extent do you depend on another person for basic financial needs?

In the past three months, how often has your household had enough money for basic needs?

Who usually makes important financial decisions in your household?

Which financial services do you use? (Select all that apply)

Bank account Mobile money or digital wallet Savings group or cooperative Microfinance institution Insurance None of the above Other

Do you currently save money?

If you needed business funding, how easy would financial support be to obtain?

Biggest challenges affecting financial wellbeing (Select up to three)

Unemployment Low income Lack of business capital High cost of living Limited education or skills Family responsibilities Environmental factors Poor health Limited access to financial services Debt Other

Confidence your financial situation will improve within two years

D. Health & wellbeing

How would you rate your overall health?

If ill today, how confident are you that you could obtain appropriate healthcare?

Are you covered by a health insurance scheme?

If yes, name of health insurance scheme

Biggest barrier to healthcare when needed

During the past two weeks, how often have you felt stressed, anxious or emotionally overwhelmed?

Has your health limited your ability to work, operate a business or earn income in the past three months?

Do you have adequate access to reproductive and maternal health services when needed?

Which health support would make the biggest difference now? (Select up to two)

Affordable healthcare services Mental health and counselling services Maternal and reproductive healthcare Health insurance support Nutrition support Health education and awareness Disability support services I do not currently need health support Other

E. Gender-based violence, safety & protection

Before today, had you heard the term Gender-Based Violence (GBV)?

Which are forms of Gender-Based Violence? (Select all that apply)

Physical violence Sexual violence Emotional or psychological abuse Economic abuse Forced marriage Harmful traditional practices Online harassment or cyberbullying Stalking or intimidation I am not sure

How familiar are you with your rights to live free from violence, discrimination and abuse?

How safe do you generally feel in your home?

How safe do you feel moving around your community?

In the past 12 months: Insulted, humiliated or deliberately embarrassed

In the past 12 months: Threatened or intimidated

In the past 12 months: Pushed, slapped, hit or physically hurt

In the past 12 months: Forced into sexual activity against my wishes

In the past 12 months: Prevented from working or earning income

In the past 12 months: Someone controlled how I used my own money

In the past 12 months: Prevented from accessing healthcare

In the past 12 months: Prevented from seeing friends or family

In the past 12 months: Phone or online activity monitored without permission

How free are you to make important decisions about your education, healthcare, employment and finances?

If you experienced GBV, would you feel comfortable reporting it or seeking help?

If no or not sure, what is the main reason? (Select all that apply)

Fear of retaliation Shame or stigma Financial dependence Family pressure Lack of trust in authorities I do not know where to report Concern about confidentiality Other

Would you know where to seek GBV support?

Where would you seek help first?

Major causes of GBV in your community (Select up to three)

Poverty Unemployment Harmful cultural or traditional practices Alcohol or drug abuse Gender inequality Financial dependence of women Poor enforcement of laws Lack of education Poor conflict resolution within families Other

Women most vulnerable to GBV (Select up to three)

Adolescent girls Married women Single women Pregnant women Widows Divorced or separated women Women living with disabilities Elderly women Women living in poverty Other

“Women’s financial independence can reduce their risk of GBV.”

Most effective GBV prevention interventions (Select up to three)

Public awareness campaigns Women’s economic empowerment programmes Stronger law enforcement Legal aid services Counselling and psychosocial support Community engagement programmes School-based education Men’s and boys’ engagement programmes Safe shelters for survivors Other

Interested in GBV prevention programmes?

F. Economic empowerment, independence & programme needs

Which statement best describes your current employment situation?

To what extent are you financially independent?

Primary source of financial support

If you earn income, how much control do you have over spending it?

Biggest barriers to financial independence (Select up to three)

Lack of employment opportunities Lack of business capital Limited education or training Family or childcare responsibilities Poor health Disability Limited access to financial services Restrictions from spouse, partner or family Safety or security concerns Lack of self-confidence Other

Assets personally owned alone or jointly (Select all that apply)

Land House Shop or business premises Farm or farmland Livestock Vehicle or motorcycle Smartphone Computer or laptop Bank account Business equipment None of the above

Has personal safety concern prevented any of the following? (Select all that apply)

Applying for a job Going to work Running or expanding a business Attending school or vocational training Travelling alone for work or business Accessing financial services Participating in community activities None of the above

I have skills that can help me earn a sustainable income

I am confident I can start or expand a business

I can make financial decisions without unnecessary interference

I have equal opportunities to earn income compared to men in my community

I believe I can become financially independent

I know where to access business or employment opportunities

Training most wanted (Select up to three)

Entrepreneurship and business management Vocational or technical skills Digital and computer skills Financial literacy and money management Agriculture and agribusiness Leadership and personal development Job readiness and employability Marketing and sales None at this time Other

Most valuable support from Women DB (Select up to three)

Skills training Business start-up grants Access to low-interest loans Employment opportunities Mentorship and coaching Financial literacy training Business networking opportunities Legal assistance Health support services Psychosocial counselling Childcare support Other

If Women DB could provide only one support, which would make the biggest difference?

Would you participate in future Women DB programmes, training or activities?

Preferred communication channel (Select all that apply)

SMS WhatsApp Phone call Email Social media Community leader I do not wish to be contacted

What one change would most improve the lives of women in your community?

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