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Sexual Violence against Women Experiencing Homelessness: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Reina Granados1, Elena García-Luengo Rodríguez2, Amparo Díaz-Román3
1Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Granada, Granada, Spain.
Summary
The feminization of homelessness shows a significant rise in women experiencing homelessness. Sexual violence is a key factor, with 40% of homeless women reporting it, a higher rate than housed women and homeless men.
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Public Health
- Gender Studies
Background:
- The feminization of homelessness, an increasing proportion of women experiencing homelessness, is a growing concern.
- Sexual violence is a critical factor linked to women's pathways into and experiences of homelessness.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review and meta-analyze the prevalence of sexual violence among women experiencing homelessness.
- To compare this prevalence with housed women and men experiencing homelessness.
Main Methods:
- A systematic review and meta-analysis of 21 studies published up to March 2023.
- Five meta-analyses were conducted to synthesize the data.
Main Results:
- Approximately 40% of women experiencing homelessness reported lifetime sexual violence.
- This prevalence was significantly higher compared to housed women and men experiencing homelessness.
Conclusions:
- Urgent need for gender-sensitive housing policies to address the feminization of homelessness.
- Trauma-informed interventions are crucial for the safety and well-being of women experiencing homelessness.
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