Relationship and Psychological Violence

Group members:Rosy Burgess (presenter)

Fiona BradleyMargot Hagenaar

Chamathya Fernando

Psychological violence

• Psychological violence:

- Common

- Subtle & hidden

- Reduces spirit & self esteem

Education• Education is key

• How to treat one another?

• Priority on sex education

Influence of the media

Influence of the media

Surely films for kids are ok?

What Disney really tells us...

PV & the Law

• Situation is different

• Sometimes no law at all

• Strict laws in UK & France

Support Services

• Professional Counseling• Self defense workshops• Support groups• National domestic violence hotlines• Training programmes done by Therapists• Educational Campaigns• Inspiring speeches done by survivors and recovered

abusers• Events organized to promote awareness

Leaving Relationships

• Barriers:

– no money

– Isolated

– Cultural or Religious pressures

– Children

– Promises

Calls to Action1. Protect and support all

2. Work together

3. Resources

4. Create institutional action plans to tackle violence

5. Education is key to empowerment

6. End objectification

7. No excuses

8. Ensure girls can access justice

9. Monitor for success