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School-based sexual violence prevention: A systematic review
Maressa Noemia Rodrigues Queiroz1, Max Moura de Oliveira1, Anelise Camila Schaedler1
1Federal University of Goiás (UFG), Institute of Tropical Pathology and Public Health, Goiânia, Brazil.
Child Abuse & Neglect
|August 10, 2026
Summary
School-based interventions show promise in preventing sexual violence by improving knowledge and attitudes. Culturally sensitive, multicomponent approaches are key to creating safe learning environments.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Education
- Child Development
Background:
- Sexual violence poses significant risks to children, adolescents, and young adults' health and development.
- Prevention of sexual violence is a critical public policy challenge.
- Schools are vital settings for implementing prevention strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review the effectiveness of school-based interventions for preventing sexual violence.
- To identify key components and strategies of successful interventions.
- To inform policy and practice in creating safer educational environments.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of 18 randomized controlled trials (2012-2024).
- Inclusion of studies from primary, secondary, and higher education settings.
- Focus on interventions targeting children, adolescents, and young adults.
Main Results:
- Interventions improved knowledge and attitudes regarding consent and awareness.
- Evidence for significant behavioral changes was limited.
- Methodological limitations, including short follow-up and attrition, impacted outcome assessment.
Conclusions:
- Multicomponent, participatory, and culturally sensitive approaches are crucial.
- Integration of digital tools and continuous evaluation can enhance effectiveness.
- Schools can be strengthened as safe and transformative spaces for sexual violence prevention.
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