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.

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