A Research study on domestic violence against women in Nigeria from the perspective of social workers.
2024 (English)Independent thesis Basic level (degree of Bachelor), 10 credits / 15 HE credits
Student thesis
Sustainable development
The essay/thesis is mainly on sustainable development according to the University's criteria
Abstract [en]
This thesis examined the role of social workers in addressing intimate partner violence (IPV)against women in Nigeria, using systems theory, social identity theory, and attachment theory asframeworks. Through qualitative interviews with social workers, the study explored theirstrategies, resources, and collaboration with service providers like police, courts, shelters, andsocial welfare departments. Key findings emphasized the importance of awareness campaigns inschools, clinics, and communities to empower women and raise awareness about IPV. Ethicalconsiderations, including privacy, confidentiality, and informed consent, were upheld followingguidelines from Good Research Practice and the Helsinki Declaration. The research underscoredthe need for tailored, holistic interventions that integrate legal, psychological, and social supportservices. Future research should explore cultural norms, economic empowerment, the use oftechnology in interventions, and social workers’ training needs to enhance support for IPVsurvivors and prevent violence effectively.
Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
2024. , p. 55
Keywords [en]
Intimate Partner Violence
National Category
Social Sciences
Identifiers
URN: urn:nbn:se:hig:diva-45821OAI: oai:DiVA.org:hig-45821DiVA, id: diva2:1905078
Subject / course
Social work
Educational program
Bachelor of Science in Social Work - Specialization International Social Work
Presentation
, Kungsbäcksvägen 47, Gävle (English)
Supervisors
Examiners
2024-10-142024-10-112024-10-14Bibliographically approved