A Capability Approach to Examining the Effects of Actual and Anticipated Fear of Crime: Experiences and Perceptions of Black Female Youth in the Cape Flats

The purpose of this study was to examine how the fear of crime affects the capabilities, perceptions and experiences of black female youth, living in the Cape Flats, Cape Town. Qualitative semi structured interviews were conducted with 18 black female participants between the ages of 18 to 30. This...

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Main Author: Beiser, Sarina (Author)
Format: Electronic Book
Language:English
Published: 2020
In:Year: 2020
Online Access: Volltext (kostenfrei)
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