Abstract
Sigma Theta Tau International selected the Review Theme in which one of the agreed conclusions of the sixtieth session state the Commission on the Status of Women strongly condemns all forms of violence against all women and girls. Our topic empowers those who may be affected by violence so they may recognize the risk factors and take proactive actions to potentially avoid the escalation of these behaviors. As we are providing practical applications to workplace, home, and social setting incivility, bullying, and violence, we expect attendees to become more educated about how to recognize, understand the behavior of, and de-escalate the actions of others. Having the knowledge of how to be proactive in these settings can lessen the risks of violence being perpetrated. Preventative measures in this area can be linked to Sustainable Development Goals 3, 5, 8, and 16. As Sigma Theta Tau International is a nursing organization, 94% of our members are women and the potential for violence in the workplace, home, and social setting is impactful. Plus, nurses many times are the first person to assess the risk of danger. Because of this we are responsible to empower all individuals with the means to reduce the possibility of being in an unhealthy, negative situation.
Sigma Membership
Delta Rho, Eta Beta, Lambda, Nu Beta at-Large
Type
Presentation
Format Type
Text-based Document
Study Design/Type
N/A
Research Approach
N/A
Keywords:
UN, Commission on the Status of Women, Global Initiatives, Violence--Prevention and Control, Women, Violence--Risk Factors, United Nations, Health Promotion, Violence
Conference Name
63rd Commission on the Status of Women
Conference Year
2019
Conference Location
New York, New York, USA
Conference Host
The United Nations
Recommended Citation
Dzurec, Laura Cox; Clancy, Cheri; and Campbell, Jacquelyn C., "Precursors to violence: Identifying, de-escalating, and reducing women’s risks" (2024). Sigma Global Initiatives. 8.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/global_initiatives/8
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Review Type
None: Event Material, Invited Presentation
Acquisition
Proxy-submission
Full Text of Presentation
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Description
Globally, direct and indirect violence against women is on the rise. The World Health Organization estimates that 35 percent of women worldwide have experienced either physical and/or sexual violence in their lifetime. Remaining unreported are instances of incivility, bullying, or threats of violence. This session illuminates the precursors to violence against women. Presenters will teach critical, practical skills for understanding and quickly identifying the underlying causes of incivility/bullying behaviors at home, work, or in social settings. Participants will learn de-escalation techniques when confronted with these behaviors and how to statistically determine a woman' personal risk level for life-threatening physical violence.