Justice on paper, trauma in practice


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ON paper, Malaysia has made progress in addressing domestic violence. The Domestic Violence Act 1994 and its subsequent amendments signal a commitment to protecting survivors and holding perpetrators accountable.

Yet for many survivors, the real trauma does not end when the violence stops. It begins when they seek help.

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