domestic violence

In the year since accusations of sexual misconduct against Harvey Weinstein took Hollywood by storm, the MeToo movement has only gained strength around the world. In India, the movement finally gained momentum when actress Tanushree Dutta spoke up against Nana Patekar in early October.

Oxfam India's ‘16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence’ is a global campaign that begins on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women (November 25th) and ends on Human Rights Day (December 10th). The ‘16 days’ are a reminder that violence against women is a violation of human rights.

The cycle of violence and submission can be long drawn but some women do gather the courage to break it regardless of age. Shobha Devi made that break at the age of 60.

Domestic abuse that includes physical violence is called domestic violence. Child abuse is one of the worst kinds of domestic violence. The most drastic effects of abusing a child are seen in the form of behavioral issues and learning disabilities. They are also known as shaken baby syndrome. Kids who have been abused during their childhood do not grow into enthusiastic and healthy adults.