Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on domestic violence

COVID-19 Pandemic Triggers Surge of Domestic Violence in Bulgaria

Published by Novinite on Mon, 12/07/2020 - 11:12

There is a silent and invisible pandemic developing alongside the COVID-19 one, as cases of domestic violence against women spiked worldwide during lockdowns to contain the newly-discovered coronavirus. This was a comparison often made and a concern often raised by international and regional organizations, civil society organizations and state authorities.

Online survey shows more than 3 out of 10 women were abused during first lockdown

Published by Kathimerini on Thu, 11/26/2020 - 08:38

Over 3 out of 10 women have been victims of domestic violence during the first lockdown in Greece, according to an online survey requested by the Citizen Protection Ministry and the Center for Security Research, and presented at an online discussion on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women on Wednesday.

Slovenia highlights role of efforts to end violence against women

Published by The Slovenia Times on Thu, 11/26/2020 - 07:06

Ljubljana/Velenje – Ahead of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, observed on Wednesday, Slovenia called for ending violence against women. Human Rights Ombudsman Peter Svetina said that raising awareness about such efforts is key, noting that Covid-19 has led to a rise in domestic violence.