Working with women who use force: a feasibility study protocol of the Positive (+)SHIFT group work programme in Australia

What is it about?

This study assesses the feasibility of the Positive Shift (+SHIFT) program, in the context of legal responses and social welfare provision in the state of Victoria, Australia. The +SHIFT program, adapted from the Vista curriculum, is a groupwork and case management program for women who use force. Building on traditional survivor support group strengths, the program facilitates participants’ engagement with viable alternatives to force while promoting healing. The study also aims to increase understanding about the characteristics and needs of women who use force in Australia, and trial a series of outcome measures for evaluating the program.

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