Exploring the differences between men's and women's perceptions of gender-based violence in rural Tajikistan: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Most women living in rural provinces of Tajikistan, specifically Khatlon, experience little to no opportunities for education and economic growth, making them vulnerable to gender-based violence (GBV). Unfortunately due to social norms that are bolstered by a patriarchal society, GBV has become tolerated and even normalized in rural areas. This study looks to investigate the differences in perceptions of violence as it relates to empowerment among men and women in rural Tajikistan.

Methods

Data collection was done through participatory workshops and semi-structured interviews (SSI) that were led by Extension Home Economists, which lectured on gender, violence, and empowerment. Community Empowerment Drawings is a novel tool that has been used to further gather sens

SUBMITTER: Wood EA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7934274 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature