Exploring the Perspectives About Barriers and Facilitators to Accessing and Engaging With Domestic Violence Services Among Turkish Immigrant Women: A Photovoice Study.
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Abstract
This research aims to shed light on the unique perspectives of Turkish immigrant women in London regarding access to domestic abuse services. Employing a qualitative photovoice study with eight Turkish women, the research uncovers barriers and facilitators to accessing and engaging with such services. Organizational obstacles, cultural influences, individual and practical challenges emerged as barriers, while state-provided facilities, community support, resilience, and faith were identified as facilitators. Thematic analysis revealed the emotional impact of domestic violence and migration. This study advocates for culturally sensitive support services to promote empowerment and improve access to necessary help.
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Violence against Women is an international, interdisciplinary journal dedicated to the publication of research and information on all aspects of the problem of violence against women. The journal assumes a broad definition of violence; topics to be covered include, but are not limited to, domestic violence, sexual assault, incest, sexual harassment, female infantcide, female circumcision, and female sexual slavery.