A Scoping Review of Bystander-Based Sexual Violence Prevention Training for College Students in Fraternities and Sororities

Caterina DeFazio (), Samantha I. Moyers-Kinsella, Elizabeth A. Claydon, Michelle D. Hand, Christa Lilly, Keith J. Zullig and Danielle M. Davidov
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Caterina DeFazio: Department of Social and Behavioral Health Sciences, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV 26506, USA
Samantha I. Moyers-Kinsella: Center for Active WV, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV 26506, USA
Elizabeth A. Claydon: Department of Social and Behavioral Health Sciences, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV 26506, USA
Michelle D. Hand: Department of Social Work, George Mason University, Fairfax, VA 22030, USA
Christa Lilly: Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV 26506, USA
Keith J. Zullig: Department of Social and Behavioral Health Sciences, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV 26506, USA
Danielle M. Davidov: Department of Social and Behavioral Health Sciences, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV 26506, USA

IJERPH, 2024, vol. 21, issue 6, 1-19

Abstract: Bystander-based sexual violence (SV) prevention trainings are offered on college campuses across the United States to meet federal Title IX requirements, as they have proven to be an effective strategy for violence prevention. Greek-affiliated students (fraternity and sorority members) are at a higher risk of sexual assault than their peers; however, few trainings consider the specific needs of this population, and program adaptations for this high-risk group may be needed. This scoping review identifies and describes the bystander trainings delivered to Greek-affiliated students in the US and Canada. An eight-database search was conducted following PRISMA-ScR guidelines. The review identified 81 unique sources, with 18 meeting the inclusion criteria. Eleven specific training programs were identified, encompassing qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-method studies. The thematic analysis revealed best practices, including the importance of peer leaders, interactive sessions, and tailored content to Greek culture, as well as barriers such as a lack of engagement and an inadequate session length. The review underscores the need for tailored interventions to effectively address the unique cultural characteristics and high-risk nature of Greek-affiliated students. These findings provide valuable insights for improving the design and implementation of bystander interventions to enhance their efficacy in preventing sexual violence within this population.

Keywords: bystander intervention training; sexual assault prevention; Greek life; scoping review; fraternity; sorority; Title IX (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: I I1 I3 Q Q5 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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