Associate Professor Kristin Diemer

Principal Research Fellow, Department of Social Work, Melbourne School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences, University of Melbourne

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The unexpected drop in intimate partner violence

It should be exciting to say that cases of violence against women dropped during COVID, but we need to understand the big picture

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On the frontline of family violence in the Asia Pacific

Globally, women and children bear the brunt of family violence. A project in the Asia Pacific is working to make a difference

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No place for ‘good bloke’ excuse

The media reporting of domestic violence is important and needs to be responsible if it is to avoid fuelling or excusing violence

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How do young Australians see violence against women?

New research shines a light on young Australians’ understanding of sexism, violence and abuse – and highlights that there’s more work to be done to change bad attitudes

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Making every woman count

An international project tackling gender inequality and violence against women is helping the Asia Pacific improve at collecting and measuring that important data

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Making the link between family violence and animal abuse

Sometimes it’s the vet who is the first medical professional to see the signs of family violence

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Safe at home or sitting target?

Family violence is a leading cause of homelessness among women because even if she wants to stay in the home after a violent partner is ordered away, she risks becoming a sitting target