Domestic violence can be battering, physical assault, sexual abuse or many forms of psychological abuse. It occurs in all ages, income levels, races, and educational backgrounds. It happens to people who are married, separated, divorced, or in a significant relationship. Lesbian and gay relationships, dating situations, sibling, or parents and children also experience domestic violence.

All of the following are domestic violence according to Minnesota law:

1) Physical harm
2) Creating fear of immediate physical harm
3) Criminal sexual conduct
4) Terroristic threats
5) Interference with an emergency call

What are the root causes of domestic violence?

Domestic violence is a manifestation of sexism, rooted deeply in history and culture. It is an outgrowth of centuries of patriarchal privilege that has defined men's relationship to women in terms of ownership and entitlement.

What is battering?

Battering is a systematic pattern of violent, controlling, coercive behaviors intended to punish, abuse and ultimately control the thoughts, beliefs, and actions of the victim.

Why is domestic violence a community issue?

Domestic violence is oppression fostered and condoned in our culture through myth and media, by neglect from groups that could help, and from the results of racism, sexism, homophobia, and classism. Domestic violence is a community issue. It is economically costly, adversely affects children, and is dangerous to all parties involved, including law officers. It fosters violence in all aspects of our lives. AFFP recognizes the need for long-term support. Community attitudes are grounded in age-old practices, beliefs, and myths. Change will come with education, understanding and accountability

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