Inter-American Development Bank (2016). Data of Violence against women - Honduras - Survey answers: 2014-2015. IDB Open Data. https://doi.org/10.60966/o9d8nz0j

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What does this dataset measure?

This dataset evaluates the outcomes of a psychological intervention aimed at reducing intimate partner violence and addressing violence against women in Honduras. It includes behavioral, social, and emotional indicators among at‑risk youth living in urban neighborhoods.

Who implemented the intervention?

The intervention was designed and implemented by Centro de Prevención de la Violencia (CEPREV), a Central American NGO recognized for its work promoting gender equality and preventing violence against women in Honduras.

Where was the study conducted?

The study took place in three neighborhoods near San Pedro Sula, Honduras—one of the country’s areas most affected by youth violence and violence against women in Honduras.

Who participated in the study?

A total of 934 young men and women participated, including 589 individuals in the treatment group and 345 in the control group, all between 13 and 30 years old.

When was the data collected?

Baseline data were collected in November 2014, and final (endline) data were collected between December 2015 and February 2016, following the intervention period.

What variables are included in the dataset?

The dataset contains measures of intimate partner violence, aggression, gender norms, emotional well‑being, and social relationships among youth. It also includes demographic variables to contextualize findings.

How does this dataset contribute to understanding violence against women in Honduras?

It provides quantitative evidence on the effectiveness of community‑based psychological interventions in reducing violence against women in Honduras and breaking cycles of aggression among youth populations.

Can this dataset be used for research or policy design?

Yes. The dataset supports studies and policymaking related to gender‑based violence, youth development, and public safety in Honduras and across Latin America.

Who collected and validated the data?

Data collection and validation were conducted by the Inter‑American Development Bank (IDB) in collaboration with CEPREV and local partners working to prevent violence against women in Honduras.

What is a summary of gender‑based violence in Honduras?

This dataset captures intimate partner violence among at‑risk youth (ages 13–30) in San Pedro Sula, drawing on baseline (2014) and follow‑up (2015–2016) surveys that measure psychological, physical, and sexual violence.

What does the current state of violence against women look like in Honduras?

Survey results show a high prevalence of intimate partner violence among youth in San Pedro Sula during 2014–2015, alongside an intervention designed to reduce violence through psychological support.

What does gender‑based violence look like among youth in Honduras?

Prevalence estimates detail psychological, physical, and sexual violence experienced by 934 surveyed youth.

Which Honduran NGOs, shelters, and community programs support survivors of violence?

CEPREV is identified as the key implementing organization providing intervention and support services.

What major studies and data sources inform this dataset?

The dataset draws on an IDB evaluation study (2014–2015) that uses baseline and follow‑up surveys with a sample of 934 youth in San Pedro Sula.

What prevention and education programs have shown effectiveness in Honduras or similar contexts?

Evidence from the CEPREV program demonstrates the potential of psychological interventions to reduce intimate partner violence among young people

How can human‑rights practitioners use this dataset to design community interventions?

Findings from the CEPREV psychological intervention offer a model for community‑based strategies aimed at reducing intimate partner violence among youth.