Looks at international approaches, comparing
strategies and technology innovations worldwide.
The United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 5.2 aims to eliminate all forms of violence against women and girls in public and private spheres, including trafficking and sexual exploitation. Achieving this target requires an integrated approach involving policy reforms, community engagement, and technological innovations. Below, we explore international strategies and technologies contributing to these efforts.…
Media and advocacy campaigns play a vital role in shifting public attitudes and behaviours towarddomestic and sexual violence. High-impact campaigns, such as “Cut” by Women’s Aid in the UK,have successfully used mainstream media to provoke critical conversations, challenge societalnorms, and promote intervention. The Impact of Media CampaignsThe “Cut” campaign by Women’s Aid is an exemplar…
Addressing sexual and domestic violence requires a multifaceted approach that leverages thestrengths of various sectors within society. Effective prevention and intervention hinge on robustcollaborations among government agencies, law enforcement, non-governmental organisations(NGOs), corporations, and community services. This collective strategy ensures a comprehensiveresponse to these pervasive global issues. Government Initiatives and Policy FrameworksGovernments play a pivotal role…
In Aotearoa New Zealand, supporting survivors of domestic and sexual violence includesculturally resonant approaches that honour Māori values. Kaitiakitanga, embodying guardianshipand stewardship, provides a powerful framework for bicultural social work. By integrating thisconcept into support systems, practitioners foster cultural safety and empowerment for Māorisurvivors. This model has shown measurable success in New Zealand and offers…
In Melbourne, recent legislative updates have paved the way for the regulated use of facialrecognition technology (FRT) in public safety applications, marking a significant step forward inaddressing domestic and sexual violence. The updated laws, enacted in 2024, establish strictguidelines for deploying FRT while prioritizing the rights and safety of vulnerable populations. The Legislative ShiftThe Victorian…