Structural Violence and Social Suffering
구조적 폭력론
A critical peace studies and sociological framework defining violence not merely as direct physical assault, but as systemic social, economic, and institutional structures that prevent individuals from realizing their full potential.
| Field | Political Science · Sociology · International Relations |
|---|---|
| Level of analysis | Macro · Structures & Institutions |
| Paradigm | Conflict Theory Critical Theory |
| Key figures | 👤 Johan Galtung (요한 갈퉁) |
| Year | 1969 |
Key Claims
Johan Galtung broadened the definition of violence: violence is present when human beings are being influenced so that their actual somatic and mental realizations are below their potential realizations. Eliminating structural violence (inequality, exploitation) defines positive peace.
Further Reading
- Galtung, J. (1969). Violence, peace, and peace research. Journal of Peace Research, 6(3), 167–191.
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