This paper deals with the reasons for, and the present legal protection against, domestic violence (DV) in the Republic of Ireland (ROI). Firstly, the paper sets out a definition for DV in order to analyse the reasons for DV. Following this, the paper will list the different legal options a victim has. Similar to other European countries the ROI is in a rather early stage of developing suitable legal protection and therefore laws are still stationed in the amendment phase. Finally, the paper focuses on one of the women's refuges in the Dublin Area. To better relate to the Austrian reality, small boxes with comparable Austrian data have been added in-between each paragraph. The following graph should give the reader an overview of the different sources of information dealt with in this topic. [...]
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- ABSTRACT
- INTRODUCTION
- A CULTURAL-LED DEFINITION AND POSSIBLE REASONS FOR DV
- Definition
- A Typical Irish Family
- Possible Reasons for DV
- „Travellers\" - A cultural challenge for Irish Officials.
- PROTECTIONS AVAILABLE AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IN IRISH LAW
- Irish Legislation
- Women's Refuges
- CONCLUSION
- BIBLIOGRAPHY
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This paper examines the reasons for and legal protection against domestic violence (DV) in the Republic of Ireland (ROI). It defines DV, analyzes its causes, and outlines the legal options available to victims. The paper also highlights the ongoing development of legal protection against DV in Ireland, with a focus on one women's refuge in the Dublin area. Austrian data is included for comparative purposes.
- Definition and understanding of domestic violence in Ireland
- Cultural and social factors contributing to domestic violence
- Legal protections and responses to domestic violence in Ireland
- Challenges and limitations of existing legal frameworks for DV
- The role of women's refuges in providing support and protection
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The Abstract provides an overview of the paper's focus on domestic violence in Ireland, including its definition, causes, legal protections, and the role of women's refuges. The Introduction discusses the societal context of domestic violence in Ireland, highlighting its prevalence and challenges in addressing the issue. Chapter 3 explores the cultural definition of DV in Ireland, analyzes the nature of a typical Irish family, and examines potential reasons for DV, including the cultural challenges posed by the „Travellers\" community.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Domestic violence, Ireland, legal protection, women's refuges, cultural context, social factors, legislation, challenges, support services, Austrian comparison.
- Quote paper
- Elisabeth Luger (Author), 2005, Domestic Violence in Ireland and Austria, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/35870
