Domestic violence and abuse cuts across all socio-economic sectors, across all segments of society, and it doesn’t end during the pandemic and shelters offer victims safety and a chance to protect their children. Photo: 123rf.com
Shalin got married to her husband when they were both just 21 even though her parents objected, preferring both of them to finish college first. Initially, life was good, but then, he changed.
“My husband forced me to do shift work to earn more money while he stayed home at night. But he spent time watching TV instead of looking after the kids, and they were unkempt and starving when I got home.
Safe haven
Domestic violence and abuse cuts across all socio-economic sectors, across all segments of society, and it doesn’t end during the pandemic and shelters offer victims safety and a chance to protect their children. Photo: 123rf.com
A survivor illustrates her experience of domestic violence: crying blood when she was with her abusive husband, and a rainbow of hope when she saved herself and her children by coming to the shelter. Photo: Rumah Perlindungan Sosial YWCA
The living room where residents can relax and do some reading. Photo: Rumah Perlindungan Sosial YWCA
Group discussions are an integral part of thinking aloud and healing, says Shoba (before the MCO). Photo: Rumah Perlindungan Sosial YWCA
The activity area where most of the residents spend their time during the day. Photo: Rumah Perlindungan Sosial YWCA
A volunteer tutor teaching the children (before the MCO). Photo: Rumah Perlindungan Sosial YWCA
A corner for the toddlers to play and learn (before the MCO). Photo: Rumah Perlindungan Sosial YWCA
A discussion on reproductive health and contraceptive choices with young adults as part of the empowerment education at RPS Shelter (before the MCO). Photo: Rumah Perlindungan Sosial YWCA
A domestic violence survivor searching for jobs online at the shelter. Photo: Rumah Perlindungan Sosial YWCA
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