This course explores the psychological theory and the latest evidence about why and how people at every level of society place blame on the victim. Using lectures; activities; research and presentations you will learn about the theories and studies underpinning our understanding of victim blaming and self-blame.
VictimFocus is an international training, research and consultancy organisation working to tackle prejudice and stereotyping of adults and children subjected to crime, violence, abuse and trauma.
We support and encourage professionals from all sectors and disciplines by providing training courses, support networks, research and evaluation, events, free and affordable resources, research, reports and guidance.
Our clients and partners include police forces, local government, local authorities, social care services, mental health services, charities, private companies, schools, and universities.
We have created free self-help courses taken by over 50,000 people subjected to sexual violence around the world, and trained over 30,000 professionals.
