WOMS 355 - Preventing Gender-Based Violence: Programs and Policies

Institution:

University of Delaware

Subject:

Womens Studies

Description:

Begins with an understanding that gender-based violence is preventable and an elimination of violence would substantially enhance individual and collecEtive well-being. Explore risk factors at the individual, family, community, and societal levels and related approaches to prevention. These approaches span different levels (primary, secondary, and tertiary), target groups (universal, Selective, and indicated), and sectors (education, social services, health care, and criminal justice). Various forms of gender-based violence, such as child abuse, teen dating violence, partner violence, sexual assault, psychological aggression, or human trafficking, can be discussed. Understand the mechanisms of programs, how programs are implemented, barriers to implementation, and how to assess their effectiveness. Further, prevention programs for diverse populations with regard to age, race and ethnicity, sexual identity, and gender identity will be highlighted. Public policies around gender-based violence which shape prevention and intervention efforts will be explored. Understand the theories, historical context, and ethics which guide these programs. PREREQ: WOMS240.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.udel.edu/

Phone Number:

(302) 831-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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