Community leader training tested as tool to curb domestic violence in peru

NCT ID NCT05331248

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Duke University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether training community leaders can reduce domestic violence in Peru. Over 8,700 people from 250 villages took part. The program used either household visits or group sessions to change attitudes about violence and gender roles. The goal was to see which approach works best and why.

What this could mean

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Active substance: behavioral intervention: household and group training sessions on domestic violence prevention
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that community-led training programs are effective in reducing intimate partner violence and changing social norms.
What could go wrong: This is a completed study, so results are available but may not apply to other countries or settings. Self-reported violence data can be biased.

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Lima, Peru

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