Violence Against Women
Government introduces zero vision against men's violence towards women
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Following Christmas murders in Rönninge and Boden, the Swedish government aims to introduce a concrete zero vision against men's violence towards women. A new minister council, led by Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, will coordinate efforts between the justice system, social services, and healthcare. Several legal changes, including security detention for high-risk individuals, will take effect next year.
Two Folha columnists debate whether easing access to pepper spray and tasers aids women's self-defense against violence in São Paulo. A deputy supports a bill to regulate sales, while a lawyer argues it fails to address root causes. The discussion comes amid rising femicides in the state.
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In San Agustín, Huila, the National Gender Encounter brings together over 200 representatives from the Judicial Branch to discuss applying the gender approach as an ethical standard in justice administration. Magistrates from the High Courts and local authorities participate in conferences and artistic activities over two days. Governor Rodrigo Villalba opened the event, stressing equity as an institutional obligation.