Have male offenders changed? Men's perspectives and experiences at the end of the program

Abstract

This book chapter explores the experiences of men who have completed a behaviour change program for domestic violence offenders. Drawing on qualitative interviews, the study examines participants’ perceptions of change, their reflections on the intervention process, and the challenges of sustaining non-violent behaviour post-program. The authors analyse the factors influencing program effectiveness, including motivation, personal accountability, and system support, and discuss broader implications for evaluating men’s behaviour change programs within the justice and social service sectors. The chapter contributes to ongoing discussions about perpetrator interventions and the complexities of assessing long-term behavioural outcomes in domestic and family violence prevention.