Taking Practical Steps: A Feminist Participatory Approach to Cocreating a Trauma- and Violence-Informed Physical Activity Program for Women

Trauma- and violence-informed physical activity (TVIPA) is a feasible approach to improve access/engagement in physical activity for pregnant/parenting women with experiences of trauma. Through feminist participatory action research, 56 semistructured interviews were completed to understand TVIPA. F...

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Authors: Darroch, Francine E. (Author) ; Varcoe, Colleen 1952- (Author) ; Montaner, Gabriela Gonzalez (Author) ; Webb, Jessica (Author) ; Paquette, Michelle (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
Published: 2024
In: Violence against women
Year: 2024, Volume: 30, Issue: 2, Pages: 598-621
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Keywords:
Women's Health
physical activity programming
feminist research
Participatory Action Research
trauma- and violence-informed physical activity
trauma- and violence-informed care
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Summary:Trauma- and violence-informed physical activity (TVIPA) is a feasible approach to improve access/engagement in physical activity for pregnant/parenting women with experiences of trauma. Through feminist participatory action research, 56 semistructured interviews were completed to understand TVIPA. Four themes were identified: (1) “I have to be on edge”: Trauma and violence pervade women's lives, (2) “It should be mandatory that you feel safe”: Emotional safety is essential, (3) “The opportunity to step up and be decision-makers and leaders”: Choice, collaboration, and connection create safety, and (4) “It's a good start for healing,” strengths-based and capacity building foster individual and community growth.
ISSN:1552-8448
DOI:10.1177/10778012221134821