Month: April 2018

SafeLives – The housing sector has a vital role to play in tackling domestic abuse

Recent research by national domestic abuse charity SafeLives and housing association Gentoo finds that housing providers have a vital role to play in helping victims of domestic abuse and holding perpetrators to account. Every year, nearly 2 million people in the UK experience domestic abuse. Seven women a month are killed by a current or … Continue reading “SafeLives – The housing sector has a vital role to play in tackling domestic abuse”

Gender and Educational Differences in Perception of Domestic Violence Against Women Among Libyan Migrants in Manchester Suaad El Abani, Mansour Pourmehdi

Domestic violence against women (DVAW) is a worldwide phenomenon and refers to any act committed against women that results in physical and psychological harm, and coercion, loss of liberty, and deprivation. There is a dearth of research and information about the extent and prevalence of domestic violence among Libyan communities. The aim of the study … Continue reading “Gender and Educational Differences in Perception of Domestic Violence Against Women Among Libyan Migrants in Manchester Suaad El Abani, Mansour Pourmehdi”