Monash Report 2024 – Goal 5

Eliminating violence against women is a key research priority at Monash University:

• The panel discussion 'The Virtual is Real: Tackling Technology-Facilitated Gender Violence' at Monash University Malaysia, hosted by SEADS, explored the intersections of technology, law, and societal attitudes towards gender-based violence, advocating for legal reforms and robust support systems.
• Research by Monash University and the University of Liverpool examined domestic violence disclosure schemes in Australia and New Zealand, highlighting the need for effective interventions and data sharing to enhance victim-survivor safety.
• A study led by Professor Megan Galbally revealed the link between early childhood trauma, depressive symptoms during pregnancy, and intimate partner violence, emphasising the need for integrated screening measures within maternity services.
• Research on the compounded challenges of long COVID and intimate partner violence called for integrated support services to address health and safety needs.
• Dr Claudia Stoicescu's research presented at the 25th International AIDS Conference highlighted the intersection of gender-based violence and drug overdose among women who inject drugs in Indonesia, advocating for gender-responsive harm reduction services.
• Monash researchers focused on improving men's behaviour change programs to address domestic violence, emphasising the need for comprehensive interventions and sustained funding.
• The ARC Centre of Excellence for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (CEVAW) was launched at Monash University, aiming to tackle all forms of violence against women through evidence-based approaches.

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