Preventing Gender-Based Violence: Portuguese Youth Perspectives on Primary Prevention Programs

Gender-based violence (GBV) remains a pressing societal issue that requires urgent attention. Although there have been efforts to implement GBV prevention programs in Portugal, research assessing their long-term impact on young people is notably scarce. This study seeks to address this gap by examin...

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Published inSocial sciences (Basel) Vol. 14; no. 4; p. 244
Main Authors Iglesias, Camila, Rodrigues, Raquel, Guerreiro, Ana, Pontedeira, Cátia, Magalhães, Maria José
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Basel MDPI AG 16.04.2025
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Adolescent development
Beliefs, opinions and attitudes
Children & youth
Domestic violence
Education
Effectiveness
Equality
Gender equity
Gender studies
Gender-based violence
Intervention
Learning
Occupational aspiration
Occupational choice
Patriarchy
Personal development
Prevention
Prevention programs
primary prevention
Safety and security measures
Schools
Sex roles
Social aspects
Teenagers
Violence
Young adults
Youth
youth perspectives
Portugal
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Summary:Gender-based violence (GBV) remains a pressing societal issue that requires urgent attention. Although there have been efforts to implement GBV prevention programs in Portugal, research assessing their long-term impact on young people is notably scarce. This study seeks to address this gap by examining the perceptions and experiences of young individuals involved in these programs. The research captures a comprehensive view of the participants’ perspectives through in-depth interviews. The findings reveal personal and interpersonal effects from participation in GBV prevention initiatives. They highlight the necessity for such programs to commence in early childhood to maximize their effectiveness and societal impact over time. Moreover, the research indicates that these initiatives influence youth’s personal development, relationships, career aspirations and professional choices. Consequently, this study advocates for the broader implementation of holistic GBV prevention programs in educational settings and calls for further investigation into their long-lasting outcomes. It emphasizes the importance of adopting a holistic, structured, and interactive approach to primary prevention, ultimately empowering future generations and creating a safer society for all.
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ISSN:2076-0760
2076-0760
DOI:10.3390/socsci14040244