The epidemic of domestic violence during covid-19 pandemic : examples from Algeria

Abstract EN

Though the problem of intimate partner violence or domestic violence had been tackled in different disciplines, it is still an unsolved problem all over the world.

In this study, IPV is addressed in the context of COVID-19.

Some of the restrictions that governments put in place to stop the spread of the pandemic have already had negative effects on people particularly women; in the sense that confinement, isolation and job losses that affect the livelihoods and access to health services and family helps are likely to increase the risks of IPV on women.

this study aims then to demonstrate whether COVID-19 pandemic results in IPV.

For that purpose, a summary of testimonies reported by women victims in Algeria has been provided, where it is found that COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated IPV.