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Conducting the first statewide survey on this issue was a significant step. This study provided essential data on gender violence in these institutions and reviewed effective prevention and response strategies from other countries. Further qualitative studies emerged that analyzed the behaviors of faculty, students, staff, decision-makers, and the media, which either perpetuated or prevented gender violence, along with the psychological and health impacts on victims and their supporters. After more than 20 years, a comprehensive literature review is needed to systematize these findings. To address this gap, a literature review was conducted to examine the behavioral changes within the university community and other relevant social actors regarding gender violence in universities. 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