Misogynistic Terrorism on Rise

The recent murders of six people in Sydney’s Bondi Junction over the weekend has sent shockwaves through communities, reigniting discussions on misogyny, violence, and the dangerous echo chambers of online extremism. As details emerge, it becomes increasingly evident that the perpetrator’s actions were not merely isolated acts of violence but indicative of a broader societal…

Remembering Professor Evan Stark: A Pioneer in Understanding Coercive Control

Remembering Professor Evan Stark, sociologist, forensic social worker, widely published author and an award-winning researcher with an international reputation for his innovative work on the legal, policy and health dimensions of interpersonal violence, including its effects on children.   A towering figure whose groundbreaking work on coercive control has revolutionised our understanding and approach to…

Are we in danger of how society responds to men’s violence against women

Over the weekend, another woman fell victim to the scourge of domestic violence, leaving behind two devastated daughters and a grandchild she will never see growing up. The ripple effect of such tragedies leaves families traumatised for generations to come.   These incidents demand the same level of societal outrage as the high-profile cases, such…