As long as women’s bones aren’t broken, and their wounds aren’t visible or lasting, men in the central Asian nation may hurt them with impunity, according to an alarming new Taliban decree.
Domestic Violence
The First Domestic Violence Offender Registry in U.S. History Just Launched
In Tennessee, a new website will house information about individuals who have been convicted of domestic violence crimes more than once.
Missouri Bill Would Let Pregnant People Get Divorced. At Present, They Cannot
A Kansas City lawmaker is trying to pass a new law that would close the “archaic loophole” that prevents pregnant residents from finalizing divorces.
She Wants to Offer Safe Spaces for Women Seeking Refuge
Successful Airbnb host Rebecca Martin has a vision: Provide short-stay housing for women escaping abusive situations.
Feminist Icons, Orgs: ‘We Condemn the Public Shaming of Amber Heard’
Gloria Steinem, NOW and others are also decrying the use of defamation suits to silence domestic abuse victims.
EP. 29: Helping Native Women Heal
In Seattle, Norine Hill, who is a member of the Oneida Nation of the Thames, has founded Mother Nation to help women out of abusive situations and bring them culturally appropriate services so they can rediscover their strength.
A Surprising Path Out of Domestic Abuse: Entrepreneurship
For some women who have suffered physical, emotional and financial abuse by their partners, entrepreneurship offers an effective path to economic independence, safety and healing.
Study Shows Independent Women in India More Likely to Suffer Abuse
Researchers found that more dependent women were less at risk.