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Breaking the Silence: Seeking Help and Justice for Domestic Violence Survivors

Authors
Siti Marshita Mahyut1, *, Eileen Ong Xing Xing1, Hii Lu Ching1, Jonathan Chin Xhi Huo1, Gan Zhong Fook1
1Faculty of Law, Multimedia University, Melaka, Malaysia
*Corresponding author. Email: marshita.mahyut@mmu.edu.my
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Siti Marshita Mahyut
Available Online 5 December 2023.
DOI
10.2991/978-2-38476-154-8_10How to use a DOI?
Keywords
Domestic violence; protection; law enforcement; survivors
Abstract

This research paper addresses the urgent issue of domestic violence, specifically focusing on the challenges faced by survivors who live under the same roof as their abusers. Domestic violence disproportionately affects women and girls, creating a cycle of oppression that leaves survivors feeling trapped and unable to seek help. By examining relevant laws and cases, this paper outlines the steps survivors can take to seek assistance from others and escape their abusive situations. It explores various help-seeking strategies, including accessing support networks, contacting helplines and shelters, involving law enforcement, and pursuing legal remedies. The paper highlights the importance of empowering survivors and breaking the cycle of domestic violence through comprehensive support, legal protection, and community collaboration.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Law and Digitalization 2023 (ICLD 2023)
Series
Advances in Social Science, Education and Humanities Research
Publication Date
5 December 2023
ISBN
10.2991/978-2-38476-154-8_10
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2352-5398
DOI
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© 2023 The Author(s)
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