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Kim Tu Tran1, Ruschelle M Leone2, Kevin M Swartout3
1Department of Epidemiology, Faculty of Public Health, University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam.
Child Protection and Practice
|August 1, 2025
Summary
Sexual misconduct is prevalent among Vietnamese high school students, with over half reporting experiences. Targeted awareness and prevention programs are crucial to address these issues and protect adolescents.
Area of Science:
- Adolescent Health
- Public Health
- Sociology
Background:
- Sexual misconduct is a significant global concern, disproportionately affecting adolescents aged 15-19.
- Research on school-based sexual misconduct in low and middle-income countries (LMICs) remains limited.
- High school students in Vietnam are at a critical developmental stage, increasing their vulnerability.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of various forms of sexual misconduct among high school students in Vietnam.
- To investigate sexual harassment, stalking, dating violence, and sexual violence experiences.
- To identify gender-specific patterns of victimization within the school environment.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study was conducted between February and May 2023.
- 754 students from three high schools in Ho Chi Minh City participated.
- The adapted Administrator-Researcher Campus Climate Collaborative online survey was utilized.
Main Results:
- Over half (54.5%) of students reported experiencing sexual misconduct.
- Prevalence rates included sexual harassment (40.2% by staff, 30.2% by students), stalking (18.3%), dating violence (13.1%), and sexual violence (8.7%).
- Significant gender differences were observed, with boys reporting more unwanted sexual attention and coercion by staff, while girls reported higher rates of dating violence.
Conclusions:
- Sexual misconduct is highly prevalent in Vietnamese high schools, with distinct gender disparities.
- There is a critical need for increased awareness among students, parents, and school administrators.
- Contextually relevant prevention and response programs are essential to combat sexual misconduct in educational settings.
Keywords:
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