The role of prevention and early-stage intervention in the EU’s fight against domestic violence

On International Women's Day 2022, the European Commission proposed a directive to end gender-based violence. The directive is a landmark moment for many in Brussels. To mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women in November - Global Counsel, in partnership with Frontline - hosted a roundtable convening policymakers, advocacy groups and civil society to discuss the directive and the role of early stage intervention in the EU's fight against domestic violence. 

The event opened with a panel discussion before taking questions from attendees around the table. The panel discussed the barriers victims of gender-based violence/domestic violence face when seeking support; lessons the EU can learn from international best practice on early stage and preventative measures; how national policymakers and civil society should engage with EU policymakers; and what more can be done to encourage collaboration and the sharing of ideas on measures that expand on the currently crisis-centred support system.