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Evaluation of the Peace Corps' Sexual Assault Risk Reduction and Response Program

Report Information

Date Issued
Report Number
IG-17-01-E
Report Type
Inspection / Evaluation
Component
Agency-wide
Agency Wide
Yes (agency-wide)
Questioned Costs
$0
Funds for Better Use
$0

Recommendations

Disclaimer: Open/Closed recommendations are updated semiannually.

That the Director define how the agency should address the problem of sexual harassment in relation to the sexual assault risk reduction and response program.

That the Director provide guidance and support to posts to integrate culturally appropriate training on sexual harassment into the Volunteer 27-month learning continuum.

That the Director provide Volunteers with clear guidance on how and when to report sexual harassment to the Peace Corps.

That the Director develop a plan to provide professional development opportunities to staff, including sexual assault response liaisons, to improve staff capacity in the delivery of sexual assault risk reduction and response training.

That the Director consider incorporating intercultural diversity and inclusion training in the agency’s plan to improve staff capacity to deliver sexual assault risk reduction and response training.