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Jess Hill on why we need more than ‘awareness’ to end the killing of women
Apr 30, 2024
Author and journalist Jess Hill discusses the national crisis of violence against women, emphasizing the need for concrete actions beyond 'awareness'. She explores challenges in addressing intimate partner homicide, government messaging, and accountability in combating domestic violence. Hill also highlights strategies for prevention, including accountability for perpetrators and community engagement in ending family violence.
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- Targeted intervention based on offender profiles is essential to combat gender-based violence effectively.
- Urgency for accountability and consequences to break intergenerational cycles of violence and regulate industries exacerbating gendered violence.
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Increased Intimate Partner Deaths
Intimate partner deaths rose by almost a third last year, indicating a concerning trend. Current statistics point towards a potentially even worse situation this year. The surge in killings has sparked national protests and the declaration of violence against women as a national crisis by the Prime Minister. Author Jess Hill delves into the urgency of addressing this escalating violence, emphasizing that mere awareness is insufficient.
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