Full Description
Gender-based violence is a convoluted concept with no single explanation or solution. Abiodun Raufu, Omolade Olomola, and Edidiong Mendie bring to light the different dimensions of gender-based violence in Africa, such as the challenges of patriarchy, the limits of the law, and the cultural acceptance of violence against women in the private sphere. In spite of the different forms and causes of violence, it is universally recognized as a destructive force that has extensive consequences for both individuals and society. In order to combat violence, it is important to understand its root causes and foundational issues to facilitate workable solutions through a range of strategies, including education, prevention, and intervention programs. This book will be of interest to students and scholars in criminology, sociology, legal studies, African studies, and more.
Contents
Preface
Acknowledgments
Introduction: Violence as a Concept by Omolade Olunike OLOMOLA
Chapter 1: Domestic Violence in Africa by Abiodun Raufu
Chapter 2: Comparative Analysis of Domestic Violence in Nigeria and the United States of America by Edidiong Mendie and Abiodun Raufu
Chapter 3: Types of Gender-Based Violence by Edidiong Mendie
Chapter 4: Predictors of Gender-Based Violence in Africa by Abiodun Raufu
Chapter 5: Impact of Gender-Based Violence in Africa by Abiodun Raufu
Chapter 6: Legal Framework on Gender Based Violence in Nigeria by Omolade Olunike OLOMOLA
Chapter 7: Intimate Partner Homicides & Femicide by Edidiong Mendie
Chapter 8: Harmful Traditional Practices Against African Women by Edidiong Mendie
Chapter 9: Overview of Human Trafficking in Africa by Edidiong Mendie
Chapter 10: Emerging Trends in Gender Violence by Omolade Olunike OLOMOLA
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About the Authors
