Date of Award
4-2018
Degree Name
Master of Arts
Department
Sociology
First Advisor
Dr. Angela M. Moe
Second Advisor
Whitney DeCamp, Ph.D.
Third Advisor
Jessica Edel-Harrelson, Ph.D.
Keywords
Domestic violence, domestic violence shelters, gendered violence, trauma-informed care, program evaluation of domestic violence shelters
Access Setting
Masters Thesis-Open Access
Abstract
Domestic violence is a prevalent social problem occurring all over the world. The numerous ways society addresses domestic violence programs varies causing further complications. This study aims to better understand some of the domestic violence research best practices, programs, and policies available through a national study examining innovative residential shelter programs. A content analysis of interviews, tour photos, shelter pamphlets/websites, and training materials suggested four themes. The main finding, however, suggested trauma-informed care should be implemented within safe housing for survivors of domestic violence.
Recommended Citation
Brown, Katherine, "An Evaluation of Domestic Violence Shelter Programs and Research Best Practices" (2018). Masters Theses. 3427.
https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/masters_theses/3427