4: Family Violence What are the Drivers What is the role of cultural and familial influences on family violence in Pacific communities in New Zealand? What is the role of other factors ie social, educational or economic factors associated with ethnicity? In relation to Pacific communities poverty, colonisation, cultural alienation and experiences of racism. Are there real biases in the criminal justice system which impact the judicial outcomes for Pacific people? A recent study suggests that there is more of a likelihood for Maori and Pacific people under the Domestic Violence Act 1995. Cultural Context Gender relations in Pacific communities. Cultural norms which support or endorse violence as a solution. Beliefs that support parental rights and authority over children’s rights. Collectivist cultural norms. --e Treatment of Victims Women who are culturally, linguistically or religiously distinct face additional barriers to those faced by other women. There are two separate types of barriers - those relating to accessing the justice system and those barriers experienced when women go through the justice system In Touch Team (2010), I lived in fear because I knew nothing: Barriers to the Justice System Faced by CALD Women Experiencing Family Violence. Victoria Law Foundation. Barriers in Courtroom include language difficulties and inadequate interpreting services. Cultural concepts relating to gender roles, modesty, and upholding respect for community and family may all also play a significant role. Gathering Information: Who to Consult? Effective community consultation may involve using both formal organisations and structures as well as consulting with relevant individuals and interest groups. A multifaceted approach to consultation is more likely to ensure that all voices are heard. As part of the Family Violence Taskforce work a number of Pacific fono were held.
4: Family Violence What are the Drivers What is the role of cultural and familial influences on family violence in Pacific communities in New Zealand? What is the role of other factors ie social, educational or economic factors associated with ethnicity? In relation to Pacific communities poverty, colonisation, cultural alienation and experiences of racism. Are there real biases in the criminal justice system which impact the judicial outcomes for Pacific people? A recent study suggests that there is more of a likelihood for Maori and Pacific people under the Domestic Violence Act 1995. Cultural Context Gender relations in Pacific communities. Cultural norms which support or endorse violence as a solution. Beliefs that support parental rights and authority over children’s rights. Collectivist cultural norms. --e Treatment of Victims Women who are culturally, linguistically or religiously distinct face additional barriers to those faced by other women. There are two separate types of barriers - those relating to accessing the justice system and those barriers experienced when women go through the justice system In Touch Team (2010), I lived in fear because I knew nothing: Barriers to the Justice System Faced by CALD Women Experiencing Family Violence. Victoria Law Foundation. Barriers in Courtroom include language difficulties and inadequate interpreting services. Cultural concepts relating to gender roles, modesty, and upholding respect for community and family may all also play a significant role. Gathering Information: Who to Consult? Effective community consultation may involve using both formal organisations and structures as well as consulting with relevant individuals and interest groups. A multifaceted approach to consultation is more likely to ensure that all voices are heard. As part of the Family Violence Taskforce work a number of Pacific fono were held.
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