What I am doing to stop rape: The personal/intellectual journey of a heterosexual male investigator on a sexual assault resistance education intervention

Abstract

A heterosexual male reflects on his complex personal/intellectual journey as an investigator on a sexual assault resistance education intervention that trains women to resist sexual assault. Along the way, the author has confronted and worked through criticisms of the sexual assault resistance education program, his view of the everyday social world has changed radically and, perhaps most surprising, he has dealt with his own hurt feelings. Ultimately, his experiences have further strengthened his already strong commitment to stopping rape.

Keywords

Heterosexual male hurt feelings randomized control trial rape sexual assault resistance education social exclusion victim blaming

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