External discrimination and internalized heterosexism as factors associated with intimate partner violence in sex-generic diversity in Mexico and Colombia; Discriminación externa y heterosexismo internalizado como factores asociados a la violencia de pare

Abstract

This research seeks to draw attention to intimate partner violence in sexual diversity in Latin America, specifically in Mexico and Colombia. Its objectives are to examine the extent of this situation, review the experiences of external discrimination and internalized heterosexism, and explore their association with the risks of intimate partner violence for diverse sexual diversity groups. To this end, an online survey was developed in Mexico and Colombia (n=824), collecting data on various types of violence and associated factors. Disparities in the prevalence of violence and discrimination according to sexual orientation and gender identity were identified. While the relevance of internalized heterosexism and external discrimination as risk factors for intimate partner violence is corroborated, significant associations are also found with other variables, such as experiences of violence during childhood. Limitations of the study are noted and the importance of understanding the specific experiences of sexual diversity in order to effectively address intimate partner violence in the region is highlighted.