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Helping Domestic Violence And Abuse Survivors Heal and Reclaim Their Dignity

Invisible Scars Foundation Supports domestic violence and abuse Survivors With Awareness and Comprehensive Aid

Helping Domestic Violence And Abuse Survivors Heal And Reclaim Their Dignity

Invisible Scars Foundation Supports domestic violence and abuse Survivors With Awareness and Comprehensive Aid

What is Domestic Violence And Abuse?

Domestic Violence and Abuse (DVA) is one of the most pervasive human rights violations in the world. It can happen to anybody of any age, or any gender. You know it is domestic violence and abuse when Incidents of abuse occur repeatedly

Physical Abuse

Inflicting physical harm or using force to control or intimidate another person

Emotional/Verbal Abuse

Controlling someone’s financial resources to restrict their independence

Financial Abuse

Controlling someone’s financial resources to restrict their independence

Sexual Abuse

Forcing unwanted sexual activity or violating someone’s sexual boundaries

Physical Abuse

Inflicting physical harm or using force to control or intimidate another person

Emotional/Verbal Abuse

Using manipulation, belittlement, or harmful words to damage self-esteem

Financial Abuse

Controlling someone’s financial resources to restrict their independence

Sexual Abuse

Forcing unwanted sexual activity or violating someone’s sexual boundaries

1 in 3 women

Face domestic violence, with an incident of abuse happening every 4.4 minutes

$479 to $880 million

The estimated annual loss in India’s economic output due to domestic violence and abuse

Nil

There are no reliable statistics about how manychildren/men/elders are impacted by abuse

The Reality of Domestic Violence And Abuse in India

1 in 3 women

Face domestic violence, with an incident of abuse happening every 4.4 minutes

$479 to $880 million

The estimated annual loss in India’s economic output due to domestic violence and abuse

Nil

There are no reliable statistics about how manychildren/men/elders are impacted by abuse

Debunking Myths: Understanding The Truth

Separate fact from fiction to uncover the realities and break misconceptions about domestic violence and abuse

Myth No.1

Domestic Violence and Abuse is a private/family matter & should not involve outsiders

Reality

Domestic Violence and Abuse is a crime and human rights violation. It demands collective solutions due to its criminal and public health risks. Recognizing DVA as a societal issue allows for better prevention, intervention, and accountability strategies

Myth No.2

Having children will make
things better

Reality

Children bring joy, but they need a stable environment. Introducing them into a dysfunctional relationship can worsen issues and harm their well-being. It’s crucial to address relationship problems directly, not rely on children to fix them

Myth No.3

It is okay for a man to hit his wife if she makes a mistake

Reality

Over 30% of women in India feel that it is acceptable to beat a wife for reasons like neglecting the home, disrespecting in-laws, suspicion of infidelity, being argumentative, refusing sex, going out without permission, or not cooking well

Myth No.4

Women should keep quiet about the abuse to avoid bringing dishonour to the family

Reality

True family honour lies in protecting members, not hiding violence. Silence about abuse harms victims, perpetuates the cycle, and prevents justice. Speaking out ensures safety, support, and accountability

Myth No.5

It is important to stay married as divorces are not acceptable

Reality

The belief that staying married is always better than divorcing is harmful. Staying in an unhealthy or abusive marriage can have serious consequences. Accepting that not all marriages work allows individuals to seek support, rebuild, and thrive

Myth No.6

My children need both parents

Reality

Children don’t need an abusive parent, as exposure to abuse causes long-term harm. A safe, nurturing environment with one supportive parent is far more important

Myth No.1

Domestic Violence and Abuse is a private/family matter & should not involve outsiders

Reality

Myth No.2

Having children will make
things better

Reality

Myth No.3

It is okay for a man to hit his wife if she makes a mistake

Reality

Myth No.4

Women should keep quiet about the abuse to avoid bringing dishonour to the family

Reality

Myth No.5

It is important to stay married as divorces are not acceptable

Reality

Myth No.6

My children need both parents

Reality

Children don’t need an abusive parent, as exposure to abuse causes long-term harm. A safe, nurturing environment with one supportive parent is far more important

Invisible Scars Foundation Assisted Supriya With Setting Up Her Own Livelihood

The lack of financial independence is a significant deterrent for women trying escape abusive relationships. Read on to learn about how ISF provides support in such cases

Invisible Scars Foundation assisted Supriya with setting up her own livelihood

The lack of financial independence is a significant deterrent for women trying escape abusive relationships. Read on to learn about how ISF provides support in such cases

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