Policy Communication Design to Protect Women from Violence

Abstract

This study examines the strategies used by the Indonesian government to address violence against women. The findings highlight various approaches: advocacy, behaviour and social communication change, social mobilization, mass media, and participatory communication. The government also supports survivors by funding shelters, enhancing hotlines, providing survivor-focused care, and disseminating information. Community engagement plays a key role in prevention efforts. Through community mobilization, the government encourages proactive measures to prevent violence and promote social norms that uphold gender equality. The study concludes that combating gender-based violence requires a comprehensive approach. This includes enforcing gender equality laws, funding women’s organizations, and addressing daily forms of discrimination. Progress in prevention strategies has been significantly influenced by programs supported by UN Women over the past decade.

Keywords: Violence against women; Women's mental health; Government communication strategies