Unit:
Speciality Communication Management of Refugee / Migration FlowsLibrary of the Faculties of Political Science and Public Administration, Communication and Mass Media Studies, Turkish and Modern Asian Studies, Sociology
Author:
Ragkousi Aikaterini
Supervisors info:
Dr. Sophia Kanaouti, Adjunct Lecturer, Department of Communication & Media Studies, NKUA
Original Title:
Exploring Gender-Based Violence in Refugee/Migrant Women: Patterns, Challenges and Intersectionality
Translated title:
Εξερευνώντας την Έμφυλη Βία στις Προσφύγισσες/Μετανάστριες: Πρότυπα, Προκλήσεις και Διαθεματικότητα
Summary:
Gender-based violence (GBV) presents a pervasive challenge within patriarchal societies, transcending cultural boundaries and national origins. This study aims to explore the challenges, forms, and patterns of gender-based violence experienced by refugee and migrant women, with a focus on the intersectionality of vulnerabilities and violence originating from state factors. Through a comparative approach, the research examines the conditions faced by refugee women in two deeply patriarchal countries, Turkey and Greece, both significant recipients of refugee flows. The study sheds light on how societal perceptions of GBV are influenced by cultural norms in these contexts. Additionally, it addresses the societal barriers that hinder refugee women from reporting GBV. Utilizing qualitative analysis, the study draws on interviews conducted with experts and professionals specializing in GBV and providing support to refugee women. By capturing the insights and perspectives of these individuals, the research aims to contribute to a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding GBV in refugee and migrant populations in host societies and inform policies and interventions aimed at addressing these challenges.
Main subject category:
Social, Political and Economic sciences
Keywords:
Gender-based violence (GBV), domestic violence, refugees, migrants, women, patriarchy, systemic violence, cultural norms.
