What question did this study set out to answer?

To investigate the role of sexual violence as a tactic in war and its broader implications on human rights.

August 15, 2012JAMA130 citations

Sexual Violence as a Weapon of War

LSLindsay StarkWashington University in St. Louis MWMike WessellsColumbia University

Key Points

To investigate the role of sexual violence as a tactic in war and its broader implications on human rights.
Analyzed historical and contemporary case studies of sexual violence in conflict settings.
Reviewed qualitative data from survivors and NGOs.
Assessed the legal framework surrounding sexual violence in war.
Identified significant psychological trauma among survivors of sexual violence during conflicts.
Highlighted the lack of accountability for perpetrators, impacting recovery for victims.
Showed that sexual violence is frequently used to instill fear and control in conflict zones.

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