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The Role of Spirituality in Healing from Sexual and Relationship Violence in Higher Education

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: In this article, we examine how radical healing grounded in spirituality can be transformative for college student survivors of sexual and relationship violence. We explore the history, challenges, and current dynamics that create tension and barriers for student survivors accessing religious or spiritual support in their healing journeys on campus. The paper includes two case studies describing the role of spirituality in healing for student survivors of color. We provide insights into practices and frameworks to empower practitioners, institutional leaders, and scholars to better support the needs of student survivors by incorporating spirituality into their work. Specifically, we discuss the importance of (a) encouraging students’ connection to nature and land, (b) offering trauma-informed yoga programs, (c) promoting community knowledge, and (d) creating supportive communal spaces.

Source: Journal of Trauma Studies in Education

DOI: 10.70085/jtse.v3i3.6818

Authors: Nadeeka Karunaratne, Karla Aguilar Marquez

Institutions: University of Utah, University of California, Los Angeles

Language: English

Topic: Sexual Assault and Victimization Studies

Subfield: Gender Studies

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Gender equality, Peace, justice, and strong institutions, Quality education

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4408936577

FWCI: 0.759

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Cited by: 1

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