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Best of 2024: Jess Hill on what it will take to stop men killing women

Dec 22, 2024
Journalist Jess Hill, a prominent voice on coercive control and gendered violence, discusses the critical need for change in addressing male violence against women. She highlights alarming statistics and the failure of governmental policies in Australia. Hill emphasizes the importance of community activism and innovative violence prevention strategies. She advocates for bold regulatory actions against industries that exacerbate violence and calls for a reassessment of national strategies, incorporating Indigenous perspectives for a holistic approach.
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ANECDOTE

Noor's Story

  • Noor Haydar's personal story of her mother's murder in 2015 by her father.
  • This anecdote highlights the devastating impact of domestic violence and the urgency for change.
INSIGHT

Stalled Progress

  • Despite national focus on gendered violence since 2015, progress has stalled.
  • Community attitudes towards domestic violence haven't improved between 2017 and 2021.
INSIGHT

Positive Changes

  • Positive changes include increased focus on coercive control and its nature.
  • Restoring single parenting payments and abolishing punitive programs like ParentsNext.
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