Domestic Violence Prevention for Android
Great for shipmates
This is the same GMT that has been around for years. With the switch to a mobile app and the integration of technology you would think that the course would get an update. I have seen sailors get arrested for domestic violence for taking or breaking their partner's mobile phone. It is something that needs to be addressed.
Propaganda
I am disappointed to see this as a mandatory course in my Navy. It is entirely juvenile, one-sided and sexist. It sounds like it is written by an amateur political blogger. I was forced to agree with the inane idea that violence on TV, and in music and video games is a cause of domestic violence, and only that which is purported by men, against women, in which we use our male privilege to play "king of the castle", and sexually, and physically abuse them. My Navy apparently doesn't believe anything else is ever the case. I am leaving feedback on the app (which I advise you all to do), and I am going to try and talk to someone at my command about this as soon as possible.
It kicks me out to of the app of I try to go to the next slide. They need an android version of this app. I cannot download the Adobe. It is very difficult to finish the course.
APP works great. I don't agree with the course itself, but the app works great and completion shows up in FLTMPS
Are there any rules against a man using this app? Yes, woman can be the abusers as well, the app is for domestic violence against anyone
This is absolutely ridiculous.
vice lied150@120
The data is skewed and one sided as many pointed out. "Myths" women are about the same amount of abusers as men? False? 94% of reported abusers are men? Well there you go, the key word is "REPORTED". "Male privilege"? And when the women do the sames things we do not point that out? This app is a farce and skewed to the point that it becomes "mythic".
Being a male victim of domestic violence, I found this course female centric. The male victim has no resources or outlets for help because the male victim doesn't fit the typical profile.
Course assumes the man is always the aggressor.
App works great. Simple to use and is such a time saver over the hassle of NKO. It's great to finally see the USN embracing modern technology. Keep 'em coming!
I assume there were good intentions behind the inclusion of the "myth" correction about females not being the abusers as often as men. But by including that fact, you have highlighted to the male victims how unusual their situation is, which will probably alienate them more, reducing their likelihood of seeking help. Including a small module highlighting male victims of abuse would increase their willingness to report and get help.
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A way better alternative to Navy Knowledge Online. Love it.