Taking domestic violence seriously


(From left) Chong Eng with Ong, Loh, Dr Florance and Siew, showing the approved Safe Family Policy during the press conference in Komtar, George Town. — Photo: MUSTAFA AHMAD/The Star

THE Penang government is adopting the ‘carrot and stick’ approach to address domestic violence (DV) in the state.

The Safe Family Policy, believed to be the first of its kind in the country, is aimed at increasing the number of support groups available for DV victims within the community and to make victims feel safe and protected.

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