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If You're Listening

Should we treat domestic violence like we treat terrorism?

May 15, 2024
Exploring the comparison between domestic violence and terrorism, the podcast delves into the origins of attention towards both issues. It discusses the challenges faced in establishing women's refuges, unveiling the tactics of domestic violence, and addressing the budget discrepancies between women's safety and counterterrorism measures.
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Quick takeaways

  • Treating domestic violence like terrorism requires increased funding and resources for effective solutions.
  • Establishing women's refuges in the 1970s was pivotal in providing safe havens for victims of domestic violence.

Deep dives

The Evolution of Awareness in Addressing Domestic Violence and Terrorism

The podcast delves into how society's understanding and response to domestic violence and terrorism have evolved over time. Initially, both issues were not extensively considered until the 1970s. With campaigns led by individuals like Rosie Batty highlighting the severity of domestic violence, parallels are drawn between addressing family violence and terrorism through increased awareness, advocacy, and resources.

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