Exploring the diversity of survivors through Photovoice : building a contextually informed response to sexual violence
Intersectionality theory suggests sexual violence is shaped by the interactions of social classifications such as race, class, and gender (Carraway, 1991; K. W. Crenshaw, 1991). This is supported by data that demonstrates differing prevalence rates and varying post-assault behavior across survivors (Tjaden & Thoennes, 2006). Pressure is put on service systems to meet the needs of a diversity of survivors. Given the prevalence of sexual violence on college campuses (Fisher, Cullen, & Turner, 2000), and the growing diversity of students (Snyder & Dillow, 2011) it is important to assess whether survivors' needs are being met by the campus-community. A project was developed to assess the needs and experiences of the diversity of survivors on the Michigan State University (MSU) campus and to establish a more contextually relevant response system. Using the Photovoice methodology, six survivors of sexual violence created photos and narratives that explored how diverse student characteristics intersect with experiences. Key findings emerged that focused on the helpfulness of reclaiming a sense of normalcy and control, voice, one's body post-assault, and the need for increased institutional support. Participants reported similarities in their post-assault experiences. However due to unique instances of intersectionality, reclaiming processes manifested in different ways for certain survivors.
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- Material Type
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Theses
- Authors
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Cloutier, Katherine
- Thesis Advisors
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Foster-Fishman, Pennie
- Committee Members
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Davidson, William
Sullivan, Cris
- Date Published
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2012
- Subjects
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Michigan State University
Sexual abuse victims
Sexual abuse victims--Counseling of
Sexual abuse victims--Psychology
Visual sociology
Michigan
- Program of Study
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Psychology
- Degree Level
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Masters
- Language
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English
- Pages
- viii, 233 pages
- ISBN
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9781267845023
1267845023
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- https://doi.org/doi:10.25335/rn4b-2q74