… assesses the measures each EU country took to protect women during the pandemic and shows how governments can amplify the role of people witnessing violence. “Women usually face the most danger from people they know. … single country has introduced special measures to protect women from intimate partner violence during the pandemic. Yet …
… up to the international day to eliminate violence against women. One of the innovative aspects of the guide is the … policies. To raise awareness about violence against women and kick-off the ‘16 days of activism against … . [1] In 2016, 16 EU Member States reported a total of 788 women killed by a partner or family member. In the remaining …
… The police play a leading role in reducing violence against women by an intimate partner. When women experience violence, they usually turn to the police …
… are able to conduct risk assessment in a way that protects women’s privacy, guarantees confidentiality and provides … out on a case-by-case basis. Risk assessment facilitates women’s entry into the victim support system in accordance … or expedited intervention is necessary in order to keep women and children safe. In this way, risk assessment is not …
… of risk associated with intimate partner violence against women. Assessing for multiple types and levels of risk … ensure the immediate and ongoing safety and well-being of women and children (see Principle 5 on risk assessment). …
… response from the EU to combating violence against women and better protection of women from further victimisation. The specific objectives of … and the Istanbul Convention, on the protection of women victims of intimate partner violence; Support stronger …