The project aims to strengthen the prevention and response system to domestic violence, especially in the context of digital transformation and increasingly complex forms of technology-based gender-based violence.
Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Trinh Thi Thuy emphasized that the Law on Domestic Violence Prevention and Control 2022 and Decree 76/2023/ND-CP are important legal foundations, but it is necessary to promote communication, raise public awareness and improve the quality of victim support services.
The project focuses on building and operating a national hotline for domestic violence prevention and control, establishing an inter-sectoral coordination mechanism, implementing communication initiatives using digital technology , and encouraging the participation of youth, men, and children. At the same time, the project will provide technical and management support to ensure progress and effectiveness.
“An effective response to domestic violence requires not only strong laws but also the cooperation of society, digital capacity and sustainable investment to ensure that no victim is left behind,” stressed Mr. Matt Jackson, Representative of the United Nations Population Fund in Vietnam. He also warned that gender-based violence using technology, such as online harassment, threats, digital surveillance or sharing sensitive images without consent, exacerbates the trauma of victims.
The project, implemented by the Department of Grassroots Culture, Family and Library, aims to strengthen the capacity of service providers, strengthen inter-sectoral coordination, promote safe practices in the digital environment, improve data and monitoring systems, and maintain essential support services for victims of violence. The long-term goal is to institutionalize and replicate effective, evidence-based intervention models.
According to a 2019 national survey, nearly 63% of women have experienced at least one form of violence from a husband/partner, 31.6% have experienced violence in the last 12 months, and economic losses are equivalent to 1.81% of GDP. Over half of the victims (52.5%) do not share their experiences with anyone. The project is expected to contribute to improving prevention capacity, promoting early reporting and protecting victims in both physical and digital environments.
Source: https://www.sggp.org.vn/khoi-dong-du-an-phong-ngua-bao-luc-gia-dinh-post825367.html
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