Graduate School of Education, Nazarbayev University, Astana 01000, Kazakhstan.
Sociology and Anthropology Department, School of Sciences and Humanities, Nazarbayev University, Astana 01000, Kazakhstan.
Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2024 Oct 7;21(10):1326. doi: 10.3390/ijerph21101326.
Domestic violence is a widespread problem in both stable and crisis contexts. During crisis-driven periods, such as environmental, economic, political, and health emergencies, existing gender inequalities are exacerbated, and the risks of violence against women (VAW) are amplified. This qualitative study explores the experiences of professionals working in VAW organisations in a Central Asian country during the COVID-19 pandemic. By interviewing 45 professionals from social care organisations in Kazakhstan, this study aims to understand the impact of COVID-19 on the ability of VAW organisations to assist victims of domestic violence and comprehend the adjustments they made to support victims. The findings shed light on the challenges faced by VAW organisations, including reduced capacity, increased service demand, the shift to remote services, and funding cuts. The study highlights the critical role of these organisations in crises and urges the consideration of lessons learned to prevent VAW in emergency and non-emergency situations. In the Central Asian region, where domestic violence is persistent, this research offers valuable insights for interventions during and after crises. The study offers effective strategies for achieving Sustainable Development Goal 5.2, which aims to eliminate violence against women, and SDG 3.8, ensuring access to healthcare, psychological support, and safe environments.
家庭暴力在稳定和危机环境中都是一个普遍存在的问题。在危机驱动时期，如环境、经济、政治和卫生紧急情况，现有的性别不平等加剧，针对妇女的暴力风险也会放大。这项定性研究探讨了中亚国家的家庭暴力组织中的专业人员在 COVID-19 大流行期间的经历。通过对来自哈萨克斯坦社会关怀组织的 45 名专业人员进行访谈，本研究旨在了解 COVID-19 对家庭暴力组织援助家庭暴力受害者的能力的影响，并理解他们为支持受害者所做的调整。研究结果揭示了家庭暴力组织面临的挑战，包括能力下降、服务需求增加、转向远程服务以及资金削减。该研究强调了这些组织在危机中的关键作用，并呼吁考虑从中吸取的经验教训，以防止在紧急和非紧急情况下发生家庭暴力。在家庭暴力持续存在的中亚地区，这项研究为危机期间和之后的干预措施提供了有价值的见解。该研究为实现可持续发展目标 5.2（消除针对妇女的暴力行为）和可持续发展目标 3.8（确保获得医疗保健、心理支持和安全环境）提供了有效的策略。
