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Sara Crann is a researcher at the University of Windsor, focusing on sexual violence prevention, feminist theory, and women's health. She leads initiatives such as the Girls Resist project, which empowers adolescent girls to resist sexual assault through educational programs. Her work often collaborates with Charlene Senn and involves interdisciplinary approaches to address gender-based violence. Crann has secured significant federal funding, including a $2.5 million grant to advance sexual assault resistance education. Her research extends to resilience narratives among survivors of intimate partner violence and ethical considerations in public health policy, such as vaccination debates. She also contributes to healthcare leadership development and explores transnational feminist perspectives in domestic violence frameworks.
- Key affiliations: Health Research Centre for the Study of Violence Against Women
- Research themes: Sexual violence prevention, resilience studies, feminist psychology, public health ethics
Crann’s projects emphasize participatory research methods, including photovoice techniques and community engagement. Her work bridges academic research with practical interventions, such as creating educational films on sexual assault resistance and developing screening tools for legal practitioners. She addresses both systemic and individual-level challenges, advocating for marginalized populations such as rural women and survivors of violence.
Her grants and funding have enabled large-scale studies on adolescent sexual health, vaginal hygiene practices, and the impact of leadership training in healthcare systems. Collaborations span academic institutions and community organizations, ensuring her research has real-world applicability.
