Citation

Christensen MC. Trauma Violence Abuse 2013; 14(4): 282-294.

Affiliation

Idaho State University, Pocatello, ID, USA.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2013, SAGE Publishing)

DOI

10.1177/1524838013495983

PMID

24056799

Abstract

Using theater of the oppressed as a practice method in sexual assault prevention interventions with college students is gaining in popularity. Theater of the oppressed interventions aims to change values and norms that perpetuate the acceptability of sexual assault and teach college students how to intervene in situations where sexual violence may occur. In this review, the author reviews the literature on using theater for social change as a prevention intervention. The aim of the article is to provide a synthesis of empirical studies investigating the effects and impact of using theater for social change in prevention education. Based upon this synthesis, implications for practice, policy, and research are provided.

Language: en