Engaging in Change: A Victorian Study of Perpetrator Program Attrition and Participant Engagement in Men’s Behaviour Change Programs

Abstract

This report presents findings from a Victorian study examining attrition and engagement in Men’s Behaviour Change Programs (MBCPs). The study involved a systematic review of national and international evidence, collation of Victorian program attrition data, surveys and interviews with program participants, interviews with affected family members, and focus groups with practitioners. Key findings highlight the complex factors influencing program engagement, including referral pathways, personal circumstances, and the role of shame. The study underscores the need for tailored approaches, individualised support, and sustained funding to enhance program effectiveness and victim-survivor safety.