Brazil implements new measures to combat violence against women

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• [● 3 SOURCES] The STF ruled that Maria da Penha Law protective measures apply to all forms of gender-based violence, regardless of domestic or family ties. conjur.com.br · tribunaonline.com.br
• [○ 1 SOURCE] Niterói recorded zero feminicide cases between January and July 2026. ultimosegundo.ig.com.br
• [● 2 SOURCES] Protective measures can now be requested against aggressors such as neighbors, colleagues, or teachers. conjur.com.br · tribunaonline.com.br
• [● 2 SOURCES] Approximately 54% of Brazilian women, or 47.7 million, have experienced some form of violence covered by the Maria da Penha Law. www.meioemensagem.com.br · revistasegurototal.com.br
• [○ 1 SOURCE] Psychological violence is the most frequent occurrence, cited by 42% of women in recent research. revistasegurototal.com.br
• [○ 1 SOURCE] The Federal District recorded 11,206 occurrences of domestic or family violence in the first half of 2025. www.brasildefato.com.br
• [○ 1 SOURCE] DataSenado research shows 70% of women assaulted in the last year reported that others were present during the aggression. www.portalarcos.com.br
• [○ 1 SOURCE] There has been a 30% increase in reports regarding stalking behavior. anoticiaregional.com.br
• [○ 1 SOURCE] In 2025, there were 1,571 recorded feminicides in Brazil. anoticiaregional.com.br
• [○ 1 SOURCE] Reports of psychological violence have increased by 17%. anoticiaregional.com.br
• [○ 1 SOURCE] According to DataSenado, 75% of Brazilian women report that violence against women has increased. www.portalarcos.com.br
• [● 2 SOURCES] The Pernambuco Government renovated police stations in the Jordão and Ibura districts of Recife, adding dedicated 'Salas Lilás' for the private and humanized reception of female victims of violence. focope.com.br · jardimdoagreste.com.br