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Woman in Orange

Project name

Oppressive Masculinity and Gender-Based Violence among African Immigrants in Canada

Project overview

The WAGE-GBV project is a critical study on the intersection of oppressive masculinity and gender-based violence (GBV) among African immigrant communities in Canada. This project aims to understand the perspectives of both African immigrants and service providers from immigrant service organizations on this crucial issue.

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Objectives

  • Identify forms of oppressive masculinity existing among immigrants of African descent in Canada.

 

  • Explore African immigrants' perceptions of these forms of masculinity and their relationship with GBV.

 

  • Investigate the perspectives of service providers on the role of masculinities in addressing GBV in African immigrant populations.

 

  • Determine the support services needed to disrupt oppressive masculinities and address GBV in African immigrant communities.

 

This project will provide insights into the specific challenges faced by African immigrants regarding oppressive masculinity and Gender-Based Violence (GBV). This will address underexplored area of GBV in African immigrant communities in Canada. By identifying service gaps and needs, we aim to inform more targeted and effective interventions. The findings will contribute to policy discussions on gender equality and violence prevention in diverse Canadian communities.​

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Key 

Outcomes

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  • A comprehensive understanding of oppressive masculinity forms in African immigrant communities

 

  • Identification of service gaps and needs in addressing Gender-Based Violence

 

  • Recommendations for strengthening positive masculinities to reduce Gender-Based Violence

 

  • Insights to inform community and government initiatives related to gender-based violence and equality

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