“Integral Center of Men in Violence Situations” (CIV)

The Integral Center for Men (CIV) is a psycho-social and educational support space for men, promoted by the Government of the Province of Córdoba, Argentina. It was created within the management model of the Polo Integral de la Mujer (Women's Integral Center) and is aimed at addressing and eradicating gender-based violence. The center evaluates, assists, or refers men involved in situations of violence—whether as victims or perpetrators—for specific clinical treatment.

The project emerged from the need to create a space that tackles gender-based violence from a comprehensive perspective: understanding hegemonic masculinity and its role in perpetuating violence, with the goal of preventing recurrence and eliminating the intergenerational transmission of aggressive behaviors.

The Integral Center for Men implements this approach through several key areas: the prevention of violent socio-cultural patterns, assistance and protection in situations of aggression, and the subsequent strengthening of factors such as economic autonomy and the holistic health of victims. This program aims to generate initiatives that can be replicated throughout the province, working in coordination with institutions addressing the same issue. The CIV represents a pioneering management model in the region, offering a comprehensive approach to gender-based violence with high potential for applicability in other regions.