The project seeks to strengthen access to justice and effective protection and support for women survivors of domestic violence and their children. By documenting the barriers survivors face, identifying gaps in the implementation of the institutional framework, training professionals and developing policy recommendations with the active participation of survivors themselves, the project aims to improve the response of relevant services and reduce secondary victimisation.
Target Groups
- Women survivors of domestic violence, particularly those who have children with the perpetrator, are involved in criminal or civil court proceedings, or face barriers to accessing justice
- Frontline professionals, including social workers, psychologists, nurses, staff or volunteers of organisations
- Judicial officers, lawyers, public services, civil society organisations and policymakers
Key Activities
- Mapping of the institutional framework for the protection and support of women survivors of domestic violence and their children
- Field research involving at least 30 survivors
- Establishment of a coordination group of approximately 10 survivors to develop policy and advocacy recommendations
- 3 good practice exchange meetings with European organisations and networks
- Delivery of 2 training seminars for at least 25 frontline professionals
- Production of approximately 20 practical guides for survivors, providing information on rights, available services and options for protection and support
- Closing event
- 12 online communication activities