Monday, November 25, 2024

In the News

AirTags and Stalking: A New Tool for Coercive Control and Abuse

The introduction of Apple AirTags has opened a Pandora’s box of privacy concerns, with the devices increasingly used in cases of stalking and coercive...

Alarm Over Controlling Behavior in Teen Relationships: Report Unveils Concerning Trends

A comprehensive study conducted by the Social Observatory of the La Caixa Foundation and researchers from the University of Barcelona sheds light on the worrying prevalence...

Domestic Abuse Survivors Seek Reform in Family Courts in Northern Ireland

Survivors of domestic abuse in Northern Ireland are calling for significant reforms in the family court system. They are advocating for greater transparency to...

UK Government Launches Lifeline ‘Flee Fund’ for Domestic Abuse Victims

In a landmark announcement earlier this year, the UK Home Office unveiled a new initiative to provide financial aid to victims of domestic abuse, aiming to...

Queensland Makes History as Coercive Control Recognized as a Crime

In an unprecedented move, Queensland's parliament has passed legislation that will see coercive control in relationships criminalized, marking a significant step forward in the...

Report Shows Coercive Control Role in Domestic Violence Deaths

In a comprehensive review spanning two decades, coercive control has been identified as a critical factor in almost all domestic violence deaths in Canberra,...

Fashion Consultant Has Life Cut Short by Coercive Control

In a tragic and disturbing case that shocked the community of Sale, Greater Manchester, Tracey Ratcliffe, a 53-year-old fashion consultant, was found hanged at...

Mel B Speaks Out – Financial Abuse is Part of a Controller’s Arsenal

Control can manifest in numerous ways, but one of the most overlooked forms it takes is financial abuse. This subtle aspect of coercive control...