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    Academic Writing for Publication: Information, Exercises and Individual Writing Journeys
    (The University of Nottingham, 2022-10-19) Hinsliff-Smith, K.; McGarry, Julie; Bartel, Heike; Langmack, Gill; Randa, Moreoagae Bertha
    This resource aims to help you in developing your skills in: academic writing preparing manuscripts for publication writing funding applications. It shares experiences of writing and publishing and gives professional advice on developing your writing and how to prepare, review and persevere with it.
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    Accessing care services after sexual violence: A systematic review exploring experiences of women in South Africa
    (AOSIS, 2023-10-25) Hinsliff-Smith, K.; McGarry, Julie; Griffiths, Sarah; Randa, Moreoagae
    Background: Sexual violence against women is a global phenomenon. This is a particular issue in South Africa, where it is estimated with evidence provided that up to half of all women will encounter gender-based and/or sexual violence from a partner during their lifetime. Therefore, evidence suggests that addressing the needs of women in South Africa is a priority. Objective: This qualitative review aimed to explore the experiences of women seeking care from first contact healthcare facilities in South Africa after sexual violence and during follow-up care. Method: This systematic review was conducted using the PRISMA checklist for systematic reviews and in line with a published protocol (PROSPERO, CRD42019121580) and searched six relevant databases in 2022. A total of 299 sources were screened, with 5 forming the overall synthesis. Results: Two synthesised themes of women’s experiences emerged at the time of reporting and during attendance at follow-up healthcare services. Conclusion: South Africa does have an established legal framework for prosecution and can provide support for survivors of sexual violence through established Thuthuzela Care Centres (TCCs). The review identifies that survivors’ needs are not clearly established when seeking medical attention initially nor identifying support or appropriate pathways. Contribution: The review has the potential to characterise the support available for women, the type and nature of sexual violence and interventions that may be used by healthcare professionals to support survivors especially during follow-up care.
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    ‘Art for art’s sake’ or a research methodology to engage vulnerable and often underrepresented groups in healthcare education and research.
    (Elsevier, 2022-10-20) Hinsliff-Smith, K.; McGarry, Julie; Bartel, Heike; Randa, Moreoagae Bertha; Langmack, Gill
    The use of arts based approaches within research and scholarly activity is relatively new but where used with sensitive topics, or with those whose voices are often not heard within dominant healthcare discourse, it is proving an effective method to engage with groups which are largely neglected within research. Methods: One such approach is by use of creative arts based activities to work with groups or individuals (Leavy, 2015), often using external facilitators or researchers who are accustomed to such approaches and methods. In the field of gender based violence researchers are frequently working with very vulnerable groups or individuals who have experienced traumatic experiences and where using conventional methods of conducting research may not provide an appropriate forum for ‘hearing stories of survivorship’ or where those who have experienced abuse may not feel that they have a voice (McGarry & Bowden, 2017). Results: The study team have gained extensive use of using arts based methods to work with survivors of sexual violence and domestic abuse – both in UK and internationally. We will describe the different approaches used by sharing examples of our work over the past 5 years that have been incorporated into healthcare education programmes with digital resources freely available online (McGarry, et al. 2015). Discussion: The overall aim is to present the range of activities involved in this methodology, to share our approach to co-production with survivors of abuse in the development of creative digital educational resources and demonstrate their use in an interactive way with the conference audience. References: Leavy, P. (2015) Method Meets Art: Arts-based Research Practice. New York: The Guilford Press. McGarry, J. and Bowden, D. 2017. Unlocking stories: older women’s experiences of intimate partner violence told through creative expression Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing. 24, 629– 637 McGarry J., Baker C., Wilson C., Felton A., Banerjee A, (2015). Preparation for safeguarding in UK pre-registration graduate nurse education. Journal of Adult Protection. 17(6), 371-379
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    From Silence to Voice: A collaborative international partnership to develop a digital resource for use in clinical and education settings about sexual violence from perspectives of students, educators and survivors.
    (Elseiver, 2022-10-19) Hinsliff-Smith, K.; McGarry, Julie; Bartel, Heike; Langmack, Gill; Randa, Moreoagae Bertha
    Background: Gender based violence (GBV) – which includes sexual violence - is a significant global public health and societal problem, recognised as a global human rights issue by the World Health Organisation (WHO, 2017). Global estimates indicate that 1 in 3 women experience physical/sexual violence in their lifetime (WHO, 2017). GBV/SV exerts a detrimental impact not only on the lives and health of women, but also those who witness abuse and has been identified as a large scale problem in South Africa with recorded estimates that a woman is raped every seventeen seconds. The impact of GBV/SV on the physical and psychological wellbeing of those who experience abuse is wide ranging. It includes the immediate physical effects for example, physical injury as well as longer term chronic ill health as a result, acute and enduring psychological trauma, mental ill-health, alongside secondary physiological health issues such as gynaecological and sexual health (Feder et al. 2011). It is well evidenced however that healthcare professionals across the spectrum do not respond effectively often due to a lack of knowledge or professional confidence and their own values and assumptions surrounding GBV/SV (McGarry et al. 2015). Education is pivotal, and a proven means to tackle a growing global problem. This includes pre-qualifying healthcare students who are often not exposed to education about GBV/SV within their current curricula. Working with our project partners and key stakeholders in South Africa during 2019, including women who have experienced GBV/SV, the aim of this research was to engage stakeholders in the co-production of a digital e-learning resource to use across multiple healthcare disciplines on GBV/SV. Our aim is to describe the process of an international collaboration, provide the context using survey data and present the digital resource and the evaluations conducted on the application and use within education and clinical settings. References: Feder G, Davies R, Baird K, Dunne D, Eldridge S, Griffiths C, Gregory A, Howell A, Johnson, M., Ramsay J, Garcia-Moreno, C., Armin, A. (2016) The sustainable development goals, violence and women’s and children’s health (WHO) http://www.who.int/bulletin/volumes/94/5/16-172205/en/ (accessed 7.7.18) McGarry J., Baker C., Wilson C., Felton A., Banerjee A, (2015). Preparation for safeguarding in UK pre-registration graduate nurse education. Journal of Adult Protection. 17(6), 371-379 World Health Organisation (2017) Violence against women http://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/violence-against-women (accessed 7.7.18)
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    From Silence to Voice: A collaborative international partnership to develop a digital resource for use in clinical and education settings about sexual violence from perspectives of students, educators and survivors.
    (Elseiver, 2019-11-25) Hinsliff-Smith, K.; McGarry, Julie; Randa, Moreoagae; Bartel, Heike; Langmack, Gill
    Gender based violence (GBV) – which includes sexual violence - is a significant global public health and societal problem, recognised as a global human rights issue by the World Health Organisation (WHO, 2017). Global estimates indicate that 1 in 3 women experience physical/sexual violence in their lifetime (WHO, 2017). GBV/SV exerts a detrimental impact not only on the lives and health of women, but also those who witness abuse and has been identified as a large scale problem in South Africa with recorded estimates that a woman is raped every seventeen seconds. The impact of GBV/SV on the physical and psychological wellbeing of those who experience abuse is wide ranging. It includes the immediate physical effects for example, physical injury as well as longer term chronic ill health as a result, acute and enduring psychological trauma, mental ill-health, alongside secondary physiological health issues such as gynaecological and sexual health (Feder et al. 2011). It is well evidenced however that healthcare professionals across the spectrum do not respond effectively often due to a lack of knowledge or professional confidence and their own values and assumptions surrounding GBV/SV (McGarry et al. 2015). Education is pivotal, and a proven means to tackle a growing global problem. This includes pre-qualifying healthcare students who are often not exposed to education about GBV/SV within their current curricula. Working with our project partners and key stakeholders in South Africa during 2019, including women who have experienced GBV/SV, the aim of this research was to engage stakeholders in the co-production of a digital e-learning resource to use across multiple healthcare disciplines on GBV/SV. Our aim is to describe the process of an international collaboration, provide the context using survey data and present the digital resource and the evaluations conducted on the application and use within education and clinical settings. References: Feder G, Davies R, Baird K, Dunne D, Eldridge S, Griffiths C, Gregory A, Howell A, Johnson, M., Ramsay J, Garcia-Moreno, C., Armin, A. (2016) The sustainable development goals, violence and women’s and children’s health (WHO) http://www.who.int/bulletin/volumes/94/5/16-172205/en/ (accessed 7.7.18) McGarry J., Baker C., Wilson C., Felton A., Banerjee A, (2015). Preparation for safeguarding in UK pre-registration graduate nurse education. Journal of Adult Protection. 17(6), 371-379 World Health Organisation (2017) Violence against women http://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/violence-against-women (accessed 7.7.18)
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    From Silence to Voice: Understanding the experiences, healthcare and support needs of women in South Africa who have experienced sexual violence
    (University of Nottingham, 2021-11-15) Hinsliff-Smith, K.; McGarry, Julie; Randa Moreoagae, Bertha; Bartel, Heike; Langmack, Gill
    This resource contains real-life accounts from survivors of gender based violence and sexual abuse which some people may find upsetting. Please see the online resources page at the end for information regarding services and support. Gender based violence and sexual abuse has a significant impact on the lives and health of all women who experience it. It also impacts on the well being of the wider family including children. Globally, it is a significant public health and societal issue.
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    Healthcare professionals’ knowledge, attitudes, and experiences of FGM in sub-Saharan Africa: a systematic scoping review
    (Elsevier, 2020-12-01) Hinsliff-Smith, K.; McGarry, Julie; Ejiroghene ogigbah Adogho, Agatha
    Background: Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) remains a challenge as evidence indicates that healthcare professionals (HCPs) who are required to play a role in the elimination of FGM, support the practice. The reasons some HCPs in Sub Saharan Africa still perpetuate FGM is unclear. Thus, this review aims to provide an overview of the existing evidence surrounding HCPs knowledge, attitudes, and experiences of FGM in order to determine the factors that may influence support for the continuation of FGM. Methods: A search was conducted utilising six databases (CINHAL, PubMed, Embase, MEDLINE, PsycINFO and ASSIA) and using key terms such as female genital mutilation, FGM, knowledge, attitudes, experiences, practices, and healthcare professionals. At the end of the search, 12 studies were identified. The 12 studies were situated in sub-Saharan African countries (SSA) and they examined HCPs knowledge, attitudes, and experiences of FGM. Findings: This review revealed three overarching themes: (1) Knowledge of FGM (2) attitudes towards the practice of FGM and (3) experiences of FGM. The review revealed that HCPs have limited knowledge of FGM and its health implications. Furthermore, some HCPs openly disapprove the practice of FGM, but may undermine abandonment messages and perform FGM in secret due to cultural affiliations and financial rewards. This is indicative of HCPs moving towards medicalising FGM by upholding cultural beliefs and practices rather than adhering to professional policies, codes of conducts and the legal position. This review identifies determinants for the preservation of FGM among some HCPs in SSA countries to include pervading cultural beliefs, poor design of professional trainings in the field of FGM and limited knowledge by HCPs.
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    Intimate Partner Violence. Gender-Based Violence: A Comprehensive Guide
    (Springer, 2023-06-01) Hinsliff-Smith, K.; McGarry, Julie
    This chapter provides a foundation for the understanding of what is termed intimate partner violence. Intimate partner violence is a global phenomenon affecting all genders and relates to acts by a current or ex-partner to another person. Such acts may be physical, emotional, psychological or financial but in most cases will have a detrimental effect on the survivor. It is now much better understood that such acts can directly affect a survivor’s physical and mental health and have long-lasting, life-changing impacts. In this chapter, we aim to provide some context to the issues of intimate partner violence, which are often experienced by women and can occur across all age ranges. We provide the context for intimate partner violence as well as background about the known prevalence, which leads to changes in policy and how different authorities may deal with instances of intimate partner violence. Finally, we provide a case study that shows the complexity of intimate partner violence.
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    Understanding Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)
    (The University of Nottingham, 2024-05-20) Hinsliff-Smith, K.; McGarry, Julie; Ejiroghene ogigbah Adogho, Agatha; Konstantinidis, Stathis; Langmack, Gill; Nkoyo, Valentine; Recchia, Natasha; Wathoni, Angela; Wightman, Helen; Windle, Richard
    It is estimated that more than 200 million girls and women alive today have undergone female genital mutilation in the countries where the practice is concentrated. The majority of girls are cut before they turn 15 years old. Over 200 million women and girls alive today have experienced female genital mutilation. In 2023, an estimated 4.3 million girls are at risk of being subjected to female genital mutilation , and UNFPA estimates show COVID-19-related disruptions to programming could enable 2 million more cases of female genital mutilation to occur over the next decade unless concerted and accelerated action is taken. (UNFPA-UNICEF, 2023) This statement comes directly from the World Health Organisation and whilst it remains a major issue in countries where it is traditionally practiced, increased globalisation and population movement has seen a rise in women and girls living with Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) throughout the world, including in the UK. This poses a challenge for health care professionals who must look beyond the rhetoric to provide culturally competent care, and as such need to understand FGM, its cultural background and impact, fully.
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    What are the experiences of women and girls in South Africa who access healthcare facilities as a result of sexual assault or sexual violence?
    (PROSPERO The University of York, 2019-09-15) Hinsliff-Smith, K.; McGarry, Julie; Randa, Moreoagae