Recognizing Gender-based Sexual Violence Against Men and Boys in Vulnerable Situations

Abstract

The aim of this thesis is to contribute to the debate about refugees, gender-based sexual violence against men and boys, implementation of measures, and how this together affects mental health issues. The measures developed and implemented towards curbing and preventing gender-based sexual violence against men and boys by the aid apparatus in vulnerable situations, seems to be lacking and challenging to find enough research on. By using a qualitative research methodology approach, have I interviewed twelve individuals about their knowledge of gender-based sexual violence prevention measures towards men and boys in a refugee camp in Mytilini, Greece. Findings supporting a lack of attention to address and implement measures for curbing gender-based sexual violence towards men and boys in a refugee camp in Mytilini emerged, and have been discussed in connection to the theoretical perspectives and frameworks of intersectionality and power.