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Hedersförtryck: Socialtjänstens arbete med hedersrelaterat våld och förtryck mot män.
Malmö University, Faculty of Health and Society (HS).
2025 (Swedish)Independent thesis Basic level (degree of Bachelor), 10 credits / 15 HE creditsStudent thesisAlternative title
Honor-related oppression : The social services' work with honor-related violence and oppression against men (English)
Abstract [en]

The purpose of this study was to examine how Swedish social services address honor-related violence and oppression against men. While previous research and public discussions have mainly focused on women as victims, this study highlights that men can also be significantly affected. Using a qualitative approach, semi-structured interviews were conducted with social workers to gain deeper insights into their experiences and perspectives. The findings reveal that men in honor-based cultures often face psychological pressure, social isolation, and violence when they deviate from traditional gender roles. Homosexual men, in particular, are shown to be at greater risk of exclusion and stigmatization from their families and communities. The study shows that Swedish social services provide various support measures for men exposed to honor-related violence. However, challenges remain, including limited knowledge about men's experiences and a lack of culturally adapted and gender-specific support strategies. The research underscores the need for specialized training for social workers, stronger collaboration between authorities, and the development of targeted programs to meet the needs of male victims. By addressing these gaps, this study aims to raise awareness of men's experiences in honor-related contexts and enhance the social services' capacity to provide effective support.

Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
2025. , p. 38
Keywords [en]
Cultural norms, gender-sensitive support, honor-based oppression, honor-related violence, male victims, patriarchal structures, social services
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Social Work
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URN: urn:nbn:se:mau:diva-73745OAI: oai:DiVA.org:mau-73745DiVA, id: diva2:1936852
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HS Socionomutbildning
Available from: 2025-02-13 Created: 2025-02-11 Last updated: 2025-02-13Bibliographically approved

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