Citation

Miller E. Violence Against Women 2018; 24(15): 1785-1793.

Affiliation

University of Pittsburgh, PA, USA.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2018, SAGE Publishing)

DOI

10.1177/1077801217753323

PMID

29542391

Abstract

The Mentors in Violence Prevention (MVP) model seeks to address the root causes of gender violence using a bystander approach and leadership training to challenge structures of patriarchy. Emerging research on adolescent relationship abuse and sexual violence points to key modifiable targets-transforming gender norms, addressing homophobia, integrating with comprehensive sexuality education, and acknowledging the needs of youth already exposed to violence. A social justice-based bystander approach such as the MVP model should be part of a multi-level approach to sexual violence prevention that addresses gender and power, encourages healthy sexuality conversations, and provides safety and support for survivors.

Language: en

Keywords

adolescence; adolescent relationship abuse; gender-based violence; prevention; sexual violence; sexuality