Abstract
This report outlines seven ‘entry points’ for engaging men and boys in domestic violence prevention:
1. Engaging fathers in domestic violence prevention;
2. Men’s health and domestic violence prevention;
3. The role of sports and recreation in domestic violence prevention;
4. The role of the workplace in domestic violence prevention;
5. The role of peer relationships in domestic violence prevention;
6. Men as allies in preventing domestic violence; and
7. Aboriginal healing and domestic violence prevention.
This research provides an analysis of the literature and highlights 67 promising approaches in the areas of policy, programs and practices, and citizen-led initiatives.
Refereed
Yes
Sponsorship
Shift gratefully acknowledges United Way of Calgary and Area for funding this research project. We would like to recognize The White Ribbon Campaign (Canada) for their valuable contributions to the creation of this report. We also thank Elizabeth Dozois and Janay Ferguson for their contributions to the research and editing support. A special thank you to three exceptional reviewers: Dr. Claire Crooks, Associate Director, CAMH Centre for Prevention Science; Dr. John Winterdyk, Professor, Department of Justice Studies, Mount Royal University; and Salena Brickley, Senior Policy Analyst, Status of Women Canada.
