"Sexual Violence in U.S. Male Prisons: Dynamics, Policy, and Practice"

Workshop to be presented by Jessica Bonatakis-Mattingly at the Florida Council Against Sexual Violence Annual Convention on Thursday, June 10th, at 3:15 PM:

Sexual violence in U.S. male prisons is a complex and multifaceted problem perpetuated by beliefs deeply embedded in systemic issues and societal myths. The past seven years has shown a surge of investigative research into the dynamics, culture, and impact of sexual violence in male prisons. This psycho-educational workshop will provide information regarding the prevalence, cultural characteristics, and systemic contributions to sexual violence behind bars. A review of the individual and collective effects of sexual trauma in prisons will be conducted and pertinent legislation and policies will be presented. Barriers to the research, reporting, and treatment of this unique population of survivors will be discussed, and suggestions regarding prevention and practice will be made.