As many parts of the country face a coronavirus lockdown, a woman who was shot and strangled by her ex has made a desperate plea to domestic violence victims: “Get out now!”
Though many experts say the only real chance we have of overcoming the pandemic is a complete lockdown, activists fear a huge rise in domestic violence if that situation arises.
“It provides an opportunity for abusers to unleash more violence,” Anita Bhatia of United Nations Women said.
Queensland mum-of-five Rachael Moore, who narrowly survived a 2014 attack by her ex, urges anyone living with an abusive partner to take action.
“Call helplines, contact police if your situation requires. If you have family or friends to take you in … Go now!” Rachael tells New Idea. “The increasing rate of self-isolation with the…
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New Idea (Digital) - 1 Issue, 27 April 2020