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The roots of violence
against women lie in the
persistent discrimination
against women
The absolutely secondary, and sometimes
marginal role of women in many parts of this
world aggravates this situation. Therefore, it
is a type of violence that occurs in a relation
where there is an imbalance of power and
the aim is to submit and control women.
In this context, a patriarchal system is
established and a natural hierarchy between
men and women where men exert power
to which women must submit. The system
discriminates and at the same time violates
women’s human rights.
A change in society
Experts have put forward several proposals
aimed at preventing violence against
women. What is most important, however,
from my point of view, is for society to
change its vision on gender relations. The
change must be driven by various sectors;
certainly from the penal system but also
from an educational perspective. We should
start addressing the issue with the young
generations: in our homes, elementary
school, and throughout the educational
period.