Abstract
Gender-based violence remains a critical issue within educational institutions worldwide, affecting the safety, well-being, and learning experiences of students and staff. This study analyses the presence of gender-based violence among peers and hierarchies within the Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences (PASS) at the Institut Nacional d’Educació Física de Catalunya (INEFC), at the University of Barcelona (UB). This research is grounded in the UniSAFE project’s 7P model, which addresses gender-based violence through a comprehensive framework encompassing prevention, protection, prosecution, provision of services, partnerships, policies, and prevalence measurement. This model is particularly valuable for assessing institutional responses and designing effective interventions within university settings. Using the validated UNISAFE questionnaire (Schredl et al., 2023), the study identified various types of violence (e.g., physical violence, psychological violence, sexual violence, economic violence), their frequency, and the perpetrators (students and/or faculty members). The questionnaire was administered to undergraduate students, administrative and service staff, and academic staff through the KoboToolbox platform. The study has received approval from the Ethics Committee of the University of Barcelona. By collecting quantitative data, the analysis will typify the existing violence within the academic context and provide a comprehensive diagnostic of the situation. The findings will be crucial in developing effective interventions and educational strategies to promote gender equality and prevent gender-based violence within the institution. Furthermore, the results of this diagnostic will inform future educational programs aimed at preparing professionals in physical activity and sports to act as agents of change against gender-based violence.
Presenters
Ingrid Hinojosa AlcaldeLecturer, Institut Nacional d'Educació Física de Catalunya (INEFC), Universitat de Barcelona (UB), Spain Pedrona Serra
Lecturer, Physical Education , University of Balearic Island , Spain Susanna Soler
Institut Nacional d'Educació Física de Catalunya (INEFC), Universitat de Barcelona
Details
Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
Sporting Cultures and Identities
KEYWORDS
Gender-based violence; Physical Activity and Sport Sciences; Higher education; Prevention
