Ana Redondo avança lei contra violência vicária

A ministra espanhola da Igualdade, Ana Redondo, anunciou progressos num projeto de lei para combater a violência vicária, uma forma de abuso que usa as crianças como ferramentas contra um parceiro. Redondo enfatiza que a lei deve adaptar-se às mudanças sociais. O texto visa reconhecer e penalizar esta realidade no âmbito da violência de género.

Candidates for 2026 municipal elections must include women in villages

A new application of the parity law requires candidates in the 2026 municipal elections to include women on their lists, even in small villages. This measure aims to promote gender equality in local politics. It applies to communes with fewer than 1,000 inhabitants where electoral lists become mandatory.

Social minister condemns imam's sermon on hitting wives

30 de setembro de 2025 Reportado por IA

Social Minister Jakob Forssmed has expressed strong anger over an imam's sermon in a Stockholm mosque describing how men should hit their wives. The sermon, filmed in 2021, has recently come to light and sparked debate on violence against women. Forssmed calls the statements unacceptable and demands action.

Men also face relationship violence in Sweden

29 de setembro de 2025 Reportado por IA

A new survey reveals that one in five men in Sweden has experienced violence in their relationship. The equality minister states that men's vulnerability must be taken seriously. The focus is on raising awareness and providing support for male victims.