About us
Kvinnojouren is a feminist association that works against men's violence, oppression and humiliation of women and children. Our fundamental values are solidarity and equality.
We can be reached via phone, email or chat. You can choose to be anonymous. We support women and their children based on the women's own needs. Our support also include women who are subjected to violence by women.
About violence
Men's violence against women occurs in all social classes and is perpetrated by men with different backgrounds, education and employment.
Different types of violence:
· Physical violence - punches, being pushed, pulled by the hair, kicked, restrained and strangled. You can also be pinched, bitten, hit with implements, suffocated/drowned or stabbed by weapons.
· Psychological violence - Often you are isolated from friends and family. Control over the telephone and time schedules is common, as well as control and opinions about clothing and appearance. You may be threatened that he will take your children, hurt people around you, kill you or your animal or someone else.
· Sexual violence - can be about harassment, humiliation, grooming and rape. It can also involve being forced into sexual acts or participating in pornographic films.
· Economic violence - can mean that you do not get access to your own finances or insight into the common one, it can also mean that you receive a certain amount of money and that you have to report purchases.
· Material violence - is about him destroying your possessions, your furniture, your phone or anything else that means a lot to you.
Are you exposed to violence
We meet you unconditionally. We do not have a checklist that we follow. We listen to you and can help see possible solutions. Together with you, we will find out how to proceed. We never do anything without your consent.
Some women and children may urgently need to live with us. Others may need support calls or want us to be there as support in contact with, for example, the police and social services.
If you are planning a breakup, there are many details to consider. We can help make a security plan.
Remember, you can remain anonymous if you wish.
Maybe you haven't even told anyone about what you're being exposed to? You're not alone. It's never too late to go!
You are valuable
You have the right to be treated with love and respect. You have the right to do what you want with your life and body.
Why don't you leave?
Maybe you have asked yourself that question. But even relationships that end in abuse, begin with infatuation and love. If you have children together, it can make the decision to break up difficult.
Violence is a crime
Exposing another person to violence is a crime and is punishable. The vast majority of violent crimes against women are committed by a man close to them
Maybe you haven't even told anyone about what you're being exposed to? You're not alone. It's never too late to go!
Custody and visitation rights issues
Many who contact us have questions about custody and visitation rights. You can call us and discuss these issues and express your thoughts and concerns without it being recorded in any journal.
Security planning
We have extensive experience in security planning, adapted to the woman's needs and identified risks. We can be a support in how you can protect yourself and your children. We can also help you apply for privacy marking or protected population registration.
Are you worried about someone?
Dare to ask!
Many find it difficult to ask, there is a reluctance about having misunderstood that she would be vulnerable to violence.
It is important to ask the question when her partner is not around and it is also important that the person asking the question is prepared for the answer.
Listen and confirm!
It is important to listen without either judging or being surprised by her story.
It is also important to confirm the resistance she has made. Because even if she herself does not feel that she has resisted, she has it based on her circumstances. Also, don't talk disparagingly about her partner, it usually just means that she goes into a defensive position.
Take notes!
If you see injuries or otherwise become aware that she has been subjected to violence or threats. Write down the date and what you saw/heard or were told. This can be important supporting evidence if there is a police investigation.
File a police report!
We at Kvinnojouren always encourage to file a police report. Some women want to wait, others do not dare to make the report themselves and then it is good to offer to report for her. If the situation is urgent and there is reason to fear for the life and health of her and perhaps also any children, call the police.
Do you want to give a donation?
If you want to contribute to our activities you can do so by giving a donation to our fund: Gunhild's fund. The fund is used for direct support to women and children when society's support is not enough. Deposit money on bank giro 5077-3670 and mark "Gunhild's fund", you can also use swish 123 422 84 17 .
Donations can also be given in connection with a holiday or in memory of someone who has passed away. We then send a gift letter to the address given by the donor. Contact us if you want to donate money in this way, so that we can certainly send the card on time.