The potential role of network-oriented interventions for survivors of sexual and gender-based violence among asylum seekers in Belgium.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Social support and social network members have been identified as an important factor in mitigating the effects of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) and improving the coping process for many survivors. Network oriented strategies have been advocated for among domestic violence survivors, as they help build on improving social support and addressing factors that alleviate repeat victimization. There are opportunities to implement such strategies among asylum seekers who are survivors of SGBV in asylum centres, however, this has not been fully explored. This study sought to identify key strategies and opportunities for developing peer-led and network-oriented strategies for mitigating the effects of SGBV among asylum seekers at these centres.

Methods

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SUBMITTER: Ogbe E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7786941 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature