<![CDATA[Gender is a social concept shaped by social construction, culture, and societal norms. Gender inequality can position women in subordinate positions, economically dependent, and with limited access to justice. From a legal and human rights perspective, GBV, including domestic violence, constitutes a violation of fundamental rights. The UDHR affirms the principle of equality and dignity inherent in every human being, without any distinction. According to data from the Ministry of Women Empowerment and Child Protection, in 2025, victims in Indonesia reached 30,013 people, 2,599 people in Central Java, and the highest in Semarang City with 382 victims. Data from the Semarang City DP3A (Regional Empowerment and Child Protection Agency) showed that cases of violence reached 46 cases as of March 10, 2026, with 17 cases of domestic violence. In Central Semarang, there were 3 cases, one of which was domestic violence. International law firmly positions GBV as a form of discrimination against women. This is emphasized in CEDAW, which states that violence against women is a form of discrimination that prevents women from enjoying their human rights and basic freedoms. Indonesia has ratified and adopted the principles of CEDAW into national law through the Domestic Violence Law and the Women and Children Protection Law. However, various studies have shown that the effectiveness of the law is determined not only by the existence of regulations, but also by the level of public understanding and legal awareness. This Community Service Program (PKM) activity was conducted using questionnaires, outreach, discussions, and questions and answers. In this PKM activity, cadres obtained information and increased their understanding of KBG from an international legal perspective, as indicated by an average increase in general understanding of 25 participants of 84.80%..]]>
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