A place to feel free: Digital Storytelling Research Report

The research report titled "A Space to Feel Free? Digital Storytelling Around Gender-Based Violence at UWC" presents findings from a student-led investigation conducted in 2022 at the University of the Western Cape (UWC). Authored by Dr. Selina Palm, this study is part of the Gender Equity and Empowerment Project (GEEP) and aims to enhance understanding of gender-based violence (GBV) through the perspectives of UWC students.Utilizing a qualitative and participatory methodology, the research involved seven Digital Storytelling Ambassadors who shared their insights via voice notes, capturing diverse experiences related to GBV on campus. The report identifies key themes such as types of GBV, safety perceptions, gender norms, and institutional responses, emphasizing the importance of student voices in shaping effective interventions. The findings aim to inform UWC's programming and contribute to broader discussions on GBV within South African higher education institutions.