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Discussion 1

Maria T Sanchez,

Master of Social Work, Walden University

SOCW 6311: Social Work Practice Research II

Analeah Green, PH.D., MSW, BA

November 6, 2024

Background and Program Overview

Program Focus: Financial literacy for survivors of intimate partner violence (IPV)

Target Population: IPV survivors needing financial independence and stability

Study Reference: Stylianou, A. M., Counselman-Carpenter, E., & Redcay, A. (2019)

Purpose: To empower IPV survivors by improving financial literacy and capability, reducing financial dependence on abusers

Key Issues Addressed:

Economic abuse in IPV relationships

Barriers to financial independence

Long-term recovery challenges

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Research Methods and Evaluation

Research Design: Qualitative study capturing survivors’ voices

Data Collection: Interviews with IPV survivors participating in the financial literacy program

Key Measures:

Survivors’ knowledge of financial tools and strategies

Increased confidence in managing finances independently

Changes in financial behavior post-program

Evaluation Methods:

Participant feedback and case study analysis

Tracking financial management outcomes over time

: Findings and Recommendation

Main Findings:

Survivors reported increased confidence in budgeting, saving, and financial planning

The program improved participants’ ability to handle financial challenges post-separation

Positive correlation between financial literacy and overall recovery from IPV

Recommendation:

Adopt the program in community settings. Strong evidence of positive outcomes supports the implementation of this tailored financial literacy program for IPV survivors.

Impact: Promotes financial autonomy, reduces risk of returning to abusive situations, aligns with social work goals of empowering vulnerable populations