Research on Sexual Harassment (RoSH) Initiative
Towards Evidence-Based Policy and Practice
📊 ACTIVITIES & OUTPUTS
The RoSH Initiative is producing a range of outputs designed to maximize the impact of the research and ensure that findings translate into policy and practice. All outputs are being developed through rigorous research processes and stakeholder engagement.
Research Outputs
Academic Publications
Research findings are being published in high-ranking, open-access international academic journals to ensure wide dissemination within the research community. Target journals include those focused on gender studies, social development, tourism, and public health. The project aims to publish at least two peer-reviewed articles.
Policy Reports and Briefs
Evidence-based policy reports and briefs are being produced and tailored to different stakeholder groups including government ministries, private sector organizations, and civil society. These are translating research findings into actionable recommendations for policy and practice.
E-Toolkit for the Tourism Industry
A user-friendly, multilingual e-toolkit is being developed specifically for the tourism sector, providing practical guidance on preventing and responding to sexual harassment in the workplace. The toolkit includes case studies, best practices, policy templates, and training resources.
Conference Proceedings
The international conference on Gender-Based Violence and Tourism is resulting in comprehensive proceedings, including presentations, panel discussions, and workshop outcomes. Selected papers are being published in peer-reviewed journals or edited volumes.
Project Activities
Phase 1: Foundation and Policy Analysis (Months 1-6)
- Recruitment of two postdoctoral fellows
- Desk review of legislation, policies, and interventions
- Social media content analysis
- Development of survey instruments
- Initial stakeholder mapping and engagement
Phase 2: Data Collection (Months 7-12)
- Survey pilot testing and refinement
- Implementation of main survey with 1,500 tourism employees
- Focus group discussions in four regions of Mauritius
- Stakeholder consultations with government, private sector, NGOs, and trade unions
Phase 3: Analysis and Dissemination (Months 13-18)
- Quantitative and qualitative data analysis
- Development of policy recommendations
- Creation of e-toolkit
- Organization of international conference
- Publication of findings in academic journals and popular media
- Final stakeholder engagement and feedback sessions
Capacity Building
An important output of the RoSH Initiative is the training of two early-career researchers through postdoctoral fellowships. These fellowships are providing comprehensive training in:
- Gender-based violence research methodologies
- Survey design and implementation
- Qualitative research methods including focus groups and interviews
- Feminist and intersectional research frameworks
- Policy analysis and research translation
- Academic writing and publication
- Ethical research practices on sensitive topics
This investment in early-career researchers is contributing to building long-term institutional capacity for gender-based violence research in Mauritius and the region.
Knowledge Mobilization
Throughout the project, ongoing knowledge mobilization activities are being engaged in, including:
- Project website with regular updates and resources
- Social media engagement
- Presentations at national and international conferences
- Media engagement through press releases and interviews
- Stakeholder workshops and briefings
- Newsletter updates for interested parties
Measuring Impact
We are tracking the impact of our research through:
- Number and quality of academic publications
- Citation metrics and media coverage
- Policy uptake and implementation of recommendations
- Stakeholder engagement and satisfaction
- Capacity building outcomes for postdoctoral fellows
- Reach and engagement of dissemination activities
- Long-term changes in awareness and practices in the tourism sector