A experiência estatal brasileira no atendimento a homens autores de violência doméstica e familiar contra a mulher

Abstract

Flagrant of violence against women, whether physical, psychological, sexual, patrimonial or moral are still usually observed in contemporary expression of patriarchal ideology rooted in our social structure. Its confront constitutes one of main item of feminist’s agenda. According to official numbers from the Secretaria Especial de Políticas para as Mulheres, in Brazil, 70% of these crimes happen in their houses and are committed by their husbands or partners. Facing this reality, several measures have been systematically adopted to combat this kind of violence, especially the creation of police stations, courts and specialized prosecutors, and a network of services to take care of women victims of violence. This research, however, will turn clearer the exempt treatment to men authors of violence, analyzing the experience of pioneer service in Brazil to be funded with public funds, identifying earnings, but also the gaps, challenges and perspectives, starting from a feminist epistemology.