Beyond Punishment: Unraveling the Integrative Empowerment Model for Youth Violence Prevention

Abstract

This paper methodically analyses the Integrative Empowerment Model for Youth Violence Prevention (IEMYVP), a model developed by the author. The primary objective is to evaluate the effectiveness of the IEMYVP in reducing instances of bullying within educational settings. Employing a hypothetical dataset that reflects the demographic and behavioral dynamics of a primary and secondary school, the study utilizes multiple regression analysis to assess the impacts of the model’s five key components: awareness, empowerment, participation, support systems, and community engagement. Grounded in human rights principles, the IEMYVP incorporates Joseph Raz’s interest theory and John Rawls’ concept of justice as fairness, advocating a comprehensive strategy for bullying prevention. The IEMYVP proposes a holistic approach to bullying prevention by focusing on enhancing awareness, empowering individuals, promoting active participation, supporting victims, and engaging the community. The study’s results indicate that each component notably decreases bullying, with awareness and empowerment showing the most significant impact. These components collectively account for approximately 67.75% of the variation in bullying reduction, demonstrating the model’s strong potential to create safer educational environments. The findings highlight the necessity for empirical testing of the IEMYVP across diverse educational landscapes to refine its elements and verify its effectiveness. The study promotes integrating this model into broader anti-bullying strategies to improve student well-being and security, emphasizing fairness and respect. The paper concludes by advocating for extensive implementation trials, aiming to establish a robust, evidence-based framework for youth violence prevention in schools.