Addressing ‘wicked complex problems’

Qualitative understandings of sexual violence prevention in male-dominated industries

Bibliographic Data

ID15540744
AuthorsSarah Vrankovich (0000-0003-1736-0419, RMIT University), Sharyn Burns (0000-0002-1551-2805, Impact), Giselle Natassia Woodley (0000-0002-7521-5001, Curtin University, corresponding author), Jan Hendriks (0000-0002-1177-8980, Curtin University)
Year2025
Volume20
Issue1
Pages2446720-2446720
Publication date2025-03-27
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueGlobal Public Health (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 1744-1692 • E-ISSN: 1744-1706
PublisherTaylor & Francis (PUBLISHER • GB)
DOI10.1080/17441692.2024.2446720
PMID40148773
OpenAlexW4408954490
LanguageEN
Citations received1
References cited44

Globally there has been increased focus on the prevalence of sexual violence in workplaces, including the mining industry. In Western Australia, where this study is situated, this industry is a significant employer, predominantly male-dominated, and the prevalent use of fly-in-fly-out schedules can blur work and social life. Consequently, efforts to prevent and manage workplace sexual violence have become a priority, leading to the development and implementation of various strategies and resources. Qualitative interviews were conducted with 34 participants, including sexual violence prevention professionals (n = 16) and mining industry workers (n = 18). Reflexive thematic analysis identified systemic and behavioural considerations that may be transferrable to other male-dominated workplaces. Participants emphasised the importance of primary prevention training programmes that included engaging activities, realistic scenarios, careful use of language, humour and inspirational facilitators. Genuine consultation with workers is critical to ensure key messages are appropriately received. Prevention interventions also need to be supported by appropriate reporting mechanisms and support processes for victim/survivors. This research aims to provide an understanding of current sexual violence prevention initiatives within the Australian mining sector, offering recommendations for future approaches tailored to industries and contexts with similar dynamics

Criminology · Environmental health · Injury prevention · Occupational safety and health · Poison control · Political science · Politics · Qualitative research · Sexual violence · Social science · Sociology · Structural violence · Suicide prevention · Gender Studies · Gender, Security, and Conflict · Human Factors and Ergonomics · Medicine · Psychology · Sex work and related issues · Sexual Assault and Victimization Studies

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