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Doing justice to gender-based violence

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Brief reflections from the Online Higher Education Seminar

We are pleased to share the brief but profound reflections of Lawyer Luisa Pola on the seminar “Rendering Justice to Gender-Based Violence” held on February 29, 2024, organized by EquALL and Agenfor International, in the context of the EUROJUSTICE and PRE-AND-POST projects, co-financed by the European Union.

🔹 An opportunity for deep insights: Lawyer Pola retraces the seminar’s journey, offering a critical perspective on the topics discussed. Her reflections address crucial issues such as gender stereotypes, rape myths, and the concept of the “perfect victim” of violence.

🔹 Key topics:

  • Gender stereotypes: Analysis of the expectations and social prejudices that influence the perception of gender-based violence.
  • Rape myths: Deconstruction of false beliefs and harmful narratives surrounding the crime of rape.
  • The perfect victim: Critique of the notion that victims of violence must adhere to certain standards to be believed and respected.

📖 Read Lawyer Luisa Pola’s reflections to better understand the dynamics and challenges in the fight against gender-based violence. Her contribution is a valuable resource for anyone involved in this field.