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Why the major parties won’t fix the domestic violence crisis
May 1, 2025
Dr. Tracy Westerman, a Nyamal woman and psychologist from Western Australia's Pilbara region, sheds light on the alarming domestic violence crisis affecting Aboriginal women. She discusses the deafening silence from major political parties amid rising fatalities, emphasizing the misguided causes attributed to this violence. Tracy advocates for data-driven approaches and genuine community involvement to tackle the issue and critiques existing governmental policies. Her insights call for immediate action to protect vulnerable women in remote communities.
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- Indigenous women in Australia face disproportionately high rates of domestic violence due to systemic failures and cultural stigmas surrounding victimization.
- A data-driven approach focusing on high-risk families is crucial for effectively addressing intimate partner violence and ensuring meaningful change in Indigenous communities.
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Domestic Violence Crisis Among Indigenous Women
Indigenous women in Australia face alarmingly high rates of intimate partner violence, being 35 times more likely to be victims compared to non-Indigenous women. This crisis is exacerbated by a systemic failure, where Indigenous women often feel let down by institutions meant to protect them, leading to a reluctance to seek help from the police or welfare services. Many women who report violence find themselves incorrectly labeled as perpetrators, perpetuating their victimization rather than providing them the support they need. The failure of government systems to protect these women not only endangers their lives but also prevents effective intervention and support for both victims and their families.
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