DSW Candidate – Brandie Weisz, 9:00 AM – 10:15 AM
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Virtual Showcase of DSW Scholars 2025 Event!
Military Culture and its Influence on Military Sexual Violence
DSW Candidate – Brandie Weisz, LMSW
Monday, April 28, 2025
9:00 AM- 10:15 AM Eastern Time Zone
Credit Hours: 1.0
Description
Military Culture and its Influence on Military Sexual Violence
This presentation explores the relationship between military culture and military sexual violence, highlighting the importance of a deeper understanding of this issue. Military culture, marked by values such as hierarchy and camaraderie, can foster environments where inappropriate behavior is often accepted. Elements like power imbalances and the fear of retaliation further complicate matters, frequently preventing victims from coming forward. This presentation discusses how, in order to address military sexual violence effectively, it is crucial to conduct research that delves into these cultural aspects. That research can aid in the creation of targeted prevention strategies and ultimately decrease the instances of military sexual violence and also gain a better understanding of how military culture may be unknowingly fostering an unsafe environment. By tackling these issues, the military can develop a safer environment and implement effective measures to decrease instances of sexual violence, ultimately fostering a culture that prioritizes the safety, dignity, and respect of all service members.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this conference, participants will be able to:
- Understand military culture and military sexual violence.
- Identify factors contributing to military sexual violence.
- Research prevention strategies and identify the impact of sexual violence on individuals and military units.
Delivery Method: Live Interactive Training via Zoom Video Conferencing
Credit Hours: 1.0 (ACE)
Target Audience: This conference is intended for social workers and students.
Accreditation: University of Kentucky College of Social Work, Provider # 1377, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 9/29/22-9/29/25. Social workers participating in this conference will receive up to 15 general continuing education credits.
Claiming CE Credit: Instructions for claiming CE credit will be disseminated at the beginning of each session.
Questions: If you have any questions regarding CE credit or to report a grievance, please contact Christina Krantz at Christina.Krantz@uky.edu. For technical assistance, please contact lmshelp@uky.edu.
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in these presentations are those of the individual presenters and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of the University of Kentucky or the College of Social Work. The inclusion of any topics, perspectives, or discussions is intended for academic engagement and does not constitute endorsement by the institution.
