On December 4th (3pm-4pm SAST), we unpacked new findings from a systematic review and evidence gap map led by Emory University on what works to prevent and respond to TFGBV. The session featured a moderated panel of global experts, offering reflections on how evidence varies across regions, populations, and types of digital violence; what key evidence gaps and priority areas remain for investment; and what opportunities exist to strengthen cross-sector collaboration. The event brought together researchers, practitioners, and advocates working to protect women and girls online, and build a safer digital space.

Speakers

Cari Jo Clark ScD, MPH

Cari Jo Clark ScD, MPH is Associate Professor in the Hubert Department of Global Health at Rollins School of Public Health. Her research is focused on global health, the measurement and epidemiology of intimate partner violence (IPV) and associated norms, and the evaluation of prevention strategies — findings of which are reflected in 140+ reports and peer-reviewed publications. She received undergraduate training in anthropology (B.A.) at the University of Kansas, a master’s degree in public health at Yale School of Public Health (M.P.H.), and a Doctorate of Science at Harvard School of Public Health (Sc.D.). 

Dabney P. Evans, PhD, MPH

Dabney P. Evans, PhD, MPH is Associate Professor of Global Health in the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University. Dr. Evans received her Master of Public Health degree in 1998 from Emory University and her doctoral degree in law from the University of Aberdeen (UK) in 2011. Her mixed methods research is focused on the intersections of gender, health and human rights including current projects on: technology facilitated gender based violence (global); care coordination for survivors of intimate partner violence (IPV) (Atlanta, Ga); the evaluation of batter intervention programs (Georgia, US), the development of an online safety decision aid for IPV survivors (Brazil); and femicide perpetration (global). 

Dr. Alexandria Hadd

Dr. Alexandria Hadd is a data analyst with a Ph.D. in quantitative methods from Vanderbilt University and five years of experience collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. She is passionate about applying her expertise in multivariate statistics, study design, and data synthesis to address critical questions about health and well-being.