Social Policy and the Law

36 Social Policy and the Law

What are the legal protections available for victims of domestic violence in Canada? What kinds of international agreements govern/influence the treatment of domestic violence cases when the victim/perpetrator is not a Canadian citizen?
How does the criminal justice system help but also limit a woman who is facing domestic violence?
What advocacy efforts are currently underway to prevent domestic violence and to support victims of domestic violence? How can this be improved?

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