Author Identifier
Giselle Woodley: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7521-5001
Document Type
Journal Article
Publication Title
Global Public Health
Volume
20
Issue
1
Publisher
Taylor & Francis
School
School of Arts and Humanities
Publication Unique Identifier
10.1080/17441692.2024.2446720
RAS ID
78897
Funders
Western Australian Government through the Mental Awareness, Respect and Safety Program
Abstract
Globally there has been increased focus on the prevalence of sexual violence in workplaces, including the mining industry. In Western Australia, where this study is situated, this industry is a significant employer, predominantly male-dominated, and the prevalent use of fly-in-fly-out schedules can blur work and social life. Consequently, efforts to prevent and manage workplace sexual violence have become a priority, leading to the development and implementation of various strategies and resources. Qualitative interviews were conducted with 34 participants, including sexual violence prevention professionals (n = 16) and mining industry workers (n = 18). Reflexive thematic analysis identified systemic and behavioural considerations that may be transferrable to other male-dominated workplaces. Participants emphasised the importance of primary prevention training programmes that included engaging activities, realistic scenarios, careful use of language, humour and inspirational facilitators. Genuine consultation with workers is critical to ensure key messages are appropriately received. Prevention interventions also need to be supported by appropriate reporting mechanisms and support processes for victim/survivors. This research aims to provide an understanding of current sexual violence prevention initiatives within the Australian mining sector, offering recommendations for future approaches tailored to industries and contexts with similar dynamics.
DOI
10.1080/17441692.2024.2446720
Creative Commons License
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License.
Comments
Vrankovich, S., Burns, S., Woodley, G., & Hendriks, J. (2025). Addressing ‘wicked complex problems’: Qualitative understandings of sexual violence prevention in male-dominated industries. Global Public Health, 20(1), 2446720. https://doi.org/10.1080/17441692.2024.2446720