The Healthy effects of MeToo schools : a qualitative analysis of six schools implementing the Zero Violence Brave Club
Galar, Aitor (Universitat Rovira i Virgili. Departament de Pedagogia)
Cañaveras, Paula (Universitat de Barcelona. Departament de Sociologia)
Pulido, Cristina (Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Departament de Periodisme i de Ciències de la Comunicació)
López de Aguileta, Ane (Universitat de Barcelona. Departament de Sociologia)
López de Aguileta, Garazi (Universitat de Barcelona. Departament de Sociologia)
Flecha, Ramón (Universitat de Barcelona. Departament de Sociologia)

Date:	2025
Abstract:	Background/Objectives: Child protection from any form of physical or mental abuse or mistreatment is a fundamental right. The scientific literature supports that evidence-based interventions, such as the "Zero Violence Brave Club", contribute to reducing school bullying by promoting a culture of zero tolerance for violence in diverse educational contexts, regardless of socioeconomic or cultural characteristics. This research aims to analyze how the prevention model, supported by evidence-based interventions with social impacts, is implemented in six schools and to evaluate its impact on child protection and its positive effects on children's health. This study focuses on schools that adopt a clear stance against violence and implement prevention measures aligned with evidence-based guidelines, such as those established by the recent MeToo Schools movement. Methods: To achieve this, fieldwork was conducted, including in-depth interviews with 13 educational community members. Results: The findings show that the studied schools applying SESI-based interventions prevent violence, strengthen child protection, and enhance the health and well-being of children. Conclusions: This research highlights the importance of implementing evidence-based programs such as the Zero Violence Brave Club (ZVBC), contributing not only to the prevention of violence but also to the improvement of students' health and well-being, offering schools a tool to position themselves as a safe space for children.
Grants:	Agència de Gestió d'Ajuts Universitaris i de Recerca 2021/SGR-01091
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Language:	Anglès
Document:	Article ; recerca ; Versió publicada
Subject:	MeToo schools ; Zero violence brave club ; Prevention ; Child protection ; Health ; Children's well-being ; ECIs ; Evidence-based interventions ; Social impact
Published in:	Healthcare, Vol. 13 Núm. 7 (april 2025) , art 739, ISSN 2227-9032

DOI: 10.3390/healthcare13070739
PMID: 40218037

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