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Maria Teresa Restrepo1, Diana Padilla2, Jane Ungemack1
1Department of Public Health Sciences, UConn Health, Farmington, CT, USA.
Global Public Health
|August 27, 2024
Summary
Armed conflict in Colombia intensifies intimate partner violence (IPV) by reinforcing patriarchal norms and hypermasculinity. Understanding these links is crucial for post-conflict peacebuilding and addressing IPV risk factors.
Area of Science:
- Sociology
- Conflict Studies
- Gender Studies
Background:
- Armed conflict and intimate partner violence (IPV) disproportionately affect women.
- Colombia has experienced prolonged armed conflict, with significant impacts on gender dynamics.
- Understanding the interplay between conflict and IPV is vital for effective interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore women's experiences of armed conflict violence and IPV in Colombia.
- To examine the pathways linking armed conflict and IPV across socio-ecological levels.
- To inform post-conflict strategies for addressing gender-based violence.
Main Methods:
- Thematic analysis of 47 in-depth interviews with women victim-survivors.
- Exploration of socio-ecological factors influencing the relationship between conflict and IPV.
- Qualitative narrative analysis of lived experiences.
Main Results:
- Societal level: Conflict amplified patriarchal notions and hypermasculinity.
- Community level: Armed groups excused IPV based on traditional gender roles.
- Relationship level: Victim-blaming intensified IPV.
- Individual level: Conflict-related stress increased IPV.
Conclusions:
- Armed conflict is a significant risk factor for IPV across multiple socio-ecological domains.
- Post-conflict interventions must address the impact of conflict on family and intimate relationships.
- Deconstructing hyper-militarized masculinity and traditional gender roles is essential for peacebuilding.
Keywords:
Armed conflictColombiaSDG 16: peace, justice and strong institutionsSDG 3: good health and well-beingSDG 5: gender equalityintimate partner violencesocio-ecological frameworkwomen’s narrativesMore Related Videos
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