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Research reveals alarming link between family violence and suicide in WA

More than half the women and children who died by suicide in a 12-month period in Western Australia were known to authorities as victims of domestic violence, research reveals.

ABC News

NT Police charge man with nine domestic violence and sexual assault offences against female partner

The 31-year-old is facing nine charges, including sexual intercourse without consent, threatening to distribute intimate images and breaching a domestic violence order.

ABC News

Port Augusta woman charged with manslaughter gets less jail time due to domestic violence

A woman who killed her abusive partner believing it was reasonable to defend herself will be eligible for parole in six months, with her family calling for more culturally appropriate anti-violence support.

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Sex attacks too common

It is not overly dramatic to say that not a single day goes by without reports of sexual violence -- from bouts of domestic violence and date rape to homicides committed against women and even young girls.

Bangkok Post

One in four women will experience domestic abuse, with World Cup a trigger point

Charioties have been given more than £1.2million to help tackle domestic violence

Wales Online

Othello review – Clint Dyer makes this tragedy feel utterly new

Giles Terera stars in a thrilling production with a radical climax that explores the domestic violence in Shakespeare’s play

The Guardian - UK

Film show: Valeria Bruni-Tedeschi's 'Forever Young' overshadowed by rape accusations

"Les Amandiers" or "Forever Young" is the latest autobiographical film from French-Italian actress and director Valeria Bruni-Tedeschi. It follows a group of ambitious drama students in the 1980s, depicting a time of casual drug use and the rising spectre of AIDS. But its release has been overshadowed by rape and…

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Queen’s companions on hand for Camilla’s gathering at Buckingham Palace

The royal met various dignitaries, celebrity ambassadors and politicians as well as survivors of domestic violence.

The Independent UK

Help NSW DV perpetrators to change: report

The system in NSW should find ways to motivate domestic violence perpetrators to seek help, such as a desire to be a better parent, a report has found.

AAP

Violence against women is staggeringly high in South Africa - a different way of thinking about it is needed

South Africa has notoriously high levels of violence against women. The latest police figures show that 10,818 rape cases were reported in the first quarter of 2022. The country has among the highest rape incidence in the world.

The Conversation

Woman had part of ear bitten off by ex when England lost World Cup match

The brutal attack on Gemma Williams has left her "mentally scarred for life" as she calls for change

Wales Online

Camilla to host major Buckingham Palace reception to target domestic violence

The event is part of the United Nations’ 16 days of activism against gender-based violence.

The Independent UK

Domestic abusers tackled with new custody tactic to smash cycle

It comes after special domestic abuse court in Cheshire dealt with 168 cases in its first month

Manchester Evening News

Photos: Jenny's Place walk draws crowd to foreshore

Several hundred people gathered at Newcastle Foreshore for the domestic violence charity's first annual fundraising walk.

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Queens, Brooklyn NYPD cops forced from jobs for failing to probe cases, faking investigations

NEW YORK — Two New York Police Department officers were forced to retire after the department discovered they lied about investigating cases, including domestic violence and drug complaints, department documents say.

Newcastle Herald

Vigil shines a light on domestic violence as 16 Days of Activism kicks off

A vigil honouring the women who have lost their lives at the hands of domestic violence has highlighted a clear message: the time for change is now.

Newsroom.co.nz

Short story: No Safe Harbour, by Patricia Dunmore

"Jack needs me": domestic violence

The Conversation

The Qatar World Cup is beaming misogyny around the world

One of the fundamental questions relating to the 2022 World Cup being hosted by Qatar is what message this gives to women and girls around the world. Fifa purports to uphold human rights. Its decision, in 2010, to award the hosting duties for the 2022 tournament to Qatar was not,…

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The Independent UK

Criminal justice system going ‘backwards’ on domestic abuse, says Labour leader

Sir Keir Starmer spoke after speaking to victim’s of domestic violence at a refuge in Birmingham.

The Guardian - AU

Queensland police allowed sexist and racist attitudes to flourish – advocates are worried about its $100m ‘reward’

As hard questions are asked about Queensland police’s leadership, concerns are raised about a new focus on recruitment

The Guardian - AU

Catholic charity tells Victorian domestic violence survivor to consider move to a rooming house

Mother of two urged to free up crisis accommodation for others amid a huge blowout in social housing wait times

AAP

Qld to review sex offender detention law

A Queensland law allowing the indefinite detention or community supervision of sex offenders after they've served their sentences is set to be reviewed.

Newcastle Herald

Hunter domestic violence survivor becomes advocate after abuse

"Without their support I'd still be there, I'd be trapped."

The Independent UK

Domestic violence in Germany increases over last 5 years

The number of domestic violence victims in Germany - mostly women - has increased by 3.4% in the last five years

AAP

Emotional senator reveals family DV trauma

Northern Territory senator Nampijinpa Price has spoken of her experience with domestic violence, paying tribute to family members who died.

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