Lived Experience of Police Officers in dealing with Male Sexual Victimization Cases

The existence of male sexual victimization is a prevailing concern. Although it was already recognized, there is still a need to understand it. It is due to its underrepresentation, insufficiency of conducted research and the unfamiliarity of community towards it. This study aimed to establish an understanding regarding male sexual victimization through the perspective of police officers who have experienced handling such cases, the challenges they have encountered and the proposed program relevant to male sexual victimization. This study made use of the qualitative method. This study was conducted in the Province of Pangasinan, specifically 4th district. The main data-gathering tool is the interview guide, specifically a semi-structured interview. The findings revealed that the handled case of male sexual victimization, mostly those of male who have been sexually coerced by the perpetrator. The officers experienced case withdrawal, systematic gap in handling the case and rarity of case as challenged in dealing with male sexual victimization. Taking measures and proposing a program that focuses on acknowledgement of role limitation and capacity development of the organization. Recommendations are provided; hence, the PNP should establish a non-judgmental environment for male victim. The enhancement of capability of the Organization and their personnel which fosters a victim-centered approach. To policy makers, to ensure that male victims receive the same degree of assistance and legal recourse as their female counterparts. Lastly, this study focused on the experiential perspectives of police officers handling male sexual victimization cases, future research should examine the psychological consequences faced by male survivors.

Male Sexual Victimization, Challenges, Proposed Programs

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