Curatorial hour on the topic: “Domestic violence and its prevention”

Curatorial hour on the topic: “Domestic violence and its prevention”

On 05/14/2024, at the Department of Molecular Biology and Medical Genetics named after Academician of the National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Kazakhstan T.K.Raissov, a curatorial hour was held for the curatorial group 1230 ЕP “Pediatrics” of the 1st year, on the topic: “Domestic violence and its prevention”.

The curator, lecturer of the department Galymbekov D.Zh., made a welcoming speech to the students, and Kadyrbekova Dilnara, a student of the 1230 group of the ЕP “Pediatrics” of the 1st year, made a presentation. 

Domestic violence is a painful reality faced by millions of people around the world. This is a form of human rights violation that leaves deep marks on the victims and their surroundings. Prevention of domestic violence is an important area that is aimed not only at preventing violence, but also at changing the culture that promotes its growth. Let’s look at some key prevention measures and their importance in creating a safe society.

Understanding the problem.

The first step in solving the problem of domestic violence is to recognize its existence and understand its extent. However, many cases of violence remain hidden behind the walls of homes due to shame, fear, or lack of awareness of available assistance resources. Prevention campaigns and educational programs play a crucial role in drawing public attention to this problem and providing information about available support resources.

Development of communication and emotion management skills.

Many cases of domestic violence can be prevented by developing healthy communication and emotion management skills. Emotional literacy education in families, schools, and communities can help people express their feelings and resolve conflicts without violence. These skills not only contribute to the prevention of violence, but also improve the quality of relationships in society as a whole.

Victim support.

One of the important aspects of the prevention of domestic violence is to provide support to victims. This includes access to safe havens, legal assistance, counseling, and psychological support. It is important to create mechanisms that will help victims realize their rights and find the strength to seek help.

Teaching responsibility and respect.

Prevention of domestic violence also includes training in responsibility and respect. This means promoting nonviolent conflict resolution methods, as well as raising awareness about the dangers of violence and its consequences. Teaching respect for personal integrity and the rights of others is key to creating a culture of safety and equality.

Cooperation with law enforcement agencies and public organizations.

Effective prevention of domestic violence requires cooperation between law enforcement agencies, public organizations, medical institutions and other stakeholders. This includes the exchange of information, the development of joint programs and resources, as well as coordination of actions in case of crisis situations.

Conclusion.

Prevention of domestic violence is a multifaceted process that requires efforts from the whole society. This is not only a matter of providing assistance to victims, but also creating conditions for preventing violence in the early stages of its development. Only the combined efforts of the State, society and individual citizens can lead to the creation of a safe and fair environment for all.

Galymbekov D.Zh., teacher of the Department of Molecular Biology and Medical Genetics named after Academician of the National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Kazakhstan T.K. Raissov

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