Understanding child sex offending trajectories in South Africa: from victimisation to perpetration

Naidoo, Linda; Hout, Marie Claire Van

doi:10.1080/13552600.2021.1936230

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“…Recidivism is also more common when the perpetrator was raised in a context where criminal and violent behavior was common and was condoned by family members, community members or friends ( Minnaar, 2015 ). It is evident from the findings in this study that many participants were exposed to criminal behavior as children since most participants reported the arrest of a parent, sibling or neighbor and this may contribute to a smaller chance of sustained successful rehabilitation following imprisonment and completion of rehabilitation programmes ( Naidoo and Van Hout, 2022 ).…”

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confidence: 95%

Why Men Rape: Perspectives From Incarcerated Rapists in a KwaZulu-Natal Prison, South Africa

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Sexual offending is a global problem but is particularly prevalent on the African continent and in South Africa. Childhood experiences related to abuse, alcohol use, and criminal activities in the household and community has been associated with an increased risk for violence perpetration in adulthood. Less is known about sexual violence perpetration, especially in the South African context. In this study, the experiences of incarcerated male perpetrators of rape in South Africa are investigated along with the collective social context and individual childhood experiences that potentially contribute to rape perpetration. Eighteen male perpetrators of rape who were inmates at Westville Correctional Services in KwaZulu Natal, South Africa, were interviewed. The semi-structured in-depth qualitative interviews were transcribed, coded and annotated using an interpretive paradigm and thematic analysis approach. Five main themes emerged from the research and included (1) childhood trauma and adverse events, e.g., an absent father, being raised without parents, exposure to criminal or violent behavior, physical abuse, sexual abuse and poverty, (2) understanding rape, e.g., rape as sex by force and without consent, rape as a violent act, rape as sex with a minor, myths about rape (3) substance abuse, e.g., history of alcohol and drug use, and intoxication during rape perpetration, (4) gender roles and avoiding responsibility, e.g., victim blaming, rape as male prerogative, transactional sex, being framed or set-up, ignoring an ancestral call and (5) recidivism. The findings revealed that all rape perpetrators were exposed to at least one childhood trauma type. Family and community violence and criminality was common. Most participants avoided taking responsibility for their actions and blamed the victim and recidivism/prior convictions were often reported. The findings demonstrate the complex personality dynamic involved in the cycle of abuse and the evolution of criminal behavior, starting as a victim and ending as a perpetrator. The findings also highlight the need for interventions aimed at reducing childhood trauma exposure and improving the social and relational context of those at risk for childhood neglect and abuse.

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Why Men Rape: Perspectives From Incarcerated Rapists in a KwaZulu-Natal Prison, South Africa

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“…One of the primary challenges is developing and implementing a system that is appropriate for the Indonesian context. This includes the need to consider cultural, social, and religious norms and values, as well as the legal framework and infrastructure that is in place in the country (Naidoo & Van Hout, 2022). Another challenge is ensuring that the needs and rights of the victims are protected throughout the process.…”

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Revitalizing Justice: Empowering Juvenile Sexual Offenders through a Restorative Approach in Indonesia

Alhakim

Prasetyo

Budi

2023

JJR

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Sexual offense is a serious crime which could pose significant negative impacts on personal level and community. When committed by minors, sexual offense becomes a much more complicated problem and raises many different intricacies. Despite being a popular topic within the legal sphere, restorative justice in Indonesia still has research gap, particularly on the focus of applying restorative justice measures for juvenile sexual offenders. The purpose of this research is to address this research gap and analyze the potentials of using the restorative justice approach to deal with sexual offense cases committed by minors, with the focus of impacts, recovery, and preventing future recidivism. Using the normative legal research method his research dives into the Indonesian legal system to uncover the legal problems that may hinder or discourage people from using this approach, despite the potentials benefits it possesses. Through the statutory approach, this research finds the links within the relevant laws and regulations that may or may not support the use of restorative justice approach to deal with juvenile sexual offenders. The analysis of this finds that the restorative justice approach is indeed beneficial and can help Indonesia in dealing with this issue by not only focusing on delivering justice and recovery the victims, but also holding offenders responsible without sacrificing their youth development and their future.

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“…Child sexual abuse is viewed as a heinous infringement of human rights, a matter of public health concern, and a pervasive societal problem in South Africa (Naidoo & Van Hout, 2021). According to the South African Police Service's (SAPS) 2019/2020 annual crime statistics, over 24 000 children were sexually abused in South Africa during that time period.…”

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Association Between Coping Strategies and Secondary Traumatic Stress Among Forensic Social Workers in South Africa

Mashego,

Boshoff,

Fourie

2023

SWORK

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Forensic social work in South Africa is challenging, increasing the likelihood of secondary traumatic stress among its practitioners. Proactive coping strategies are necessary to reduce the impact of secondary traumatic stress on forensic social workers. The aim of this study was to describe the association between the frequency of different coping strategies and the frequency of secondary traumatic stress symptoms in forensic social workers. The study applied a quantitative approach with a cross-sectional descriptive design. An all-inclusive willing participation sampling method was used, focusing on all qualified forensic social workers who graduated from a South African university. The study found that avoidant and emotion-focused coping strategies were linked to an increase in secondary traumatic stress symptoms. Employers and therapists can support forensic social workers by offering techniques that encourage the use of problem-focused coping strategies, aiming to alleviate symptoms of perceived secondary traumatic stress. Keywords: coping, forensic social work, secondary traumatic stress, trauma symptoms, symptoms

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Understanding child sex offending trajectories in South Africa: from victimisation to perpetration

Cited by 6 publications

References 27 publications

Why Men Rape: Perspectives From Incarcerated Rapists in a KwaZulu-Natal Prison, South Africa

Why Men Rape: Perspectives From Incarcerated Rapists in a KwaZulu-Natal Prison, South Africa

Revitalizing Justice: Empowering Juvenile Sexual Offenders through a Restorative Approach in Indonesia

Association Between Coping Strategies and Secondary Traumatic Stress Among Forensic Social Workers in South Africa

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