Archive for March 14th, 2010

A recent survey by Dr. Denise Hines of 302 abused men found these men routinely faced sex discrimination when they sought help from DV hotlines, shelters, and service providers . The key findings were: 63.9% of men who called hotlines were told they only help women, and 68.7% said the hotlines were not at all helpful. Of... »

A group called “Juries Against Illegal Laws” (JAIL) has filed a $200 million lawsuit against the Tasmanian (Australia) Family Violence Act. According to Sir John Walsh, who is representing the group, “The legislation, and the way it is enforced, is contrary to human rights and to international law as accepted by Australia.” Excerpts from... »