Domestic Abuse as a Human Rights Violation

New Domestic Abuse Law Gives Pakistani Women Hope

Naveen Naqvi | Posted 05.25.2011

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Naveen Naqvi

In third world countries such as Pakistan, domestic violence is a huge problem. At the moment, however, Pakistani humanitarian agencies and women's rights groups are cautiously celebrating.

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Domestic Violence as a Human Rights Violation

Arlene M. Roberts | Posted 11.17.2011

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Arlene M. Roberts

Jessica Gonzales is a domestic violence survivor. Ms. Gonzales filed suit, alleging violation of her civil rights, but after the Supreme Court rejected her claims, what options remained?

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