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(Excerpt from abstract) Some national governments have adopted a wide variety of measures to address violence against women, including legal reform, public education campaigns, and support for shelters and rape crisis centres, but other governments have done little to confront the problem. What accounts for these differences in policy?
This study, commissioned by the European Parliament Policy Department for Citizens’ Rights and Constitutional Affairs upon request by the FEMM Committee, examined research on the effectiveness of self-defense and its place in policies at EU and Member State levels. It concludes that there is a growing evidence base that feminist self-defense can be effective in preventing violence.
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The Be SMART framework is designed to help parents and adults normalize conversations about gun safety and take responsible actions that can prevent child gun deaths and injuries.
NO MORE is dedicated to ending domestic violence and sexual assault by increasing awareness, inspiring action and fueling culture change.
Database to inform about policies in each state regarding child welfare.
Website containing peer reviewed articles to help learn what works in the prevention of violence.
Courtesy of Gavin de Becker and Associates, conduct your own Domestic Violence MOSAIC Assessment for free.
Learn how to create and implement a family safety plan to ensure that your family knows what to do during an emergency.
Learn how to recognize signs of domestic abuse and learn about how substance abuse and domestic abuse are connected.
Unfortunately, child sexual abuse is not uncommon. If you find out a child has been sexually abused, it’s important to ensure the child feels safe before determining how to help them. You can call a helpline, utilize helpful resources, or contact an attorney for legal advice.
All cases of nursing home abuse are tragic, and women may be at higher risk. Women are more likely than men to live in a nursing home in their lifetimes, and are also more likely to suffer abuse generally. Learn how to spot signs of abuse and help protect the women in your life.
If you’ve been sexually assaulted, it can be hard to know what to do, whether the incident happened a few hours ago or a few years ago. You may be feeling a myriad of emotions, from shame to anger, or even guilt. You may need medical care, but feel too upset or humiliated to seek it.Â