Current and Recent Projects

"boys will be boys" and everyday sexism 

During summer 2023, undergraduate student Connie Copley undertook a qualitative research project through the Sheffield Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) scheme, titled 'Exploring Everyday Sexism and the Generational Normalisation of Technology Facilitated Abuse'. Supervised by Dr Michaela Rogers, Connie research focused specifically on cis women's past experiences of TFA in secondary school, exploring whether there is a culture of normalisation around such abuse, and how 'everyday sexism' impacts this normalisation. To read the full report, click here.

'FLOW': A FILM ABOUT DISCLOSURE OF CHILDHOOD SEXUAL ABUSE

This film is based on interviews with people who are recovering from childhood sexual abuse. The creation of this film was inspired by Dr Claire Cunnington's Wellcome Trust funded research at the University of Sheffield, and the film itself was funded by Research England. 

Film description: Amy is preparing for her art exhibition when a comment reignites traumatic childhood memories. She wants to help but struggles with family loyalty.

PHOENIX: IMPACT OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND ABUSE

This vitally important art installation uses ceramics to depict the impact of domestic violence and abuse (DVA). To create works that reflect the physical, psychological and emotional effects of DVA, artist Angie Hardwich has collaborated with Dr Parveen Ali (Health Sciences School). In a series of consultations, survivors discussed those effects. The artwork incorporates their words, giving the installation a powerful immediacy which Angie hopes will help raise awareness of DVA and give hope to others.

WHITE ROSE PROJECT:

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND MARGINALISED COMMUNITIES

This project, led by ShIVAR co-convenors, Dr Parveen Ali and Dr Michaela Rogers, investigates the impacts of DVA on individuals and marginalised groups. It aims to bring together academics and professionals from multiple disciplines to highlight DVA expereinces of marginalised communities, and to identify gaps in current policy, practice, and research.