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Brazilian Senate marks Agosto Lilás and 20 years of Maria da Penha Law

The Brazilian Senate held a special session to mark the Agosto Lilás campaign and the upcoming 20th anniversary of the Maria da Penha Law (Law No. 11.340), which was enacted in 2006 to protect women from domestic violence.

During the session, Senator Leila Barros emphasized that despite legal progress, including the criminalization of stalking, feminicide and violence rates remain high, necessitating reinforced preventive actions and economic autonomy for women. STF Minister Cármen Lúcia noted that the Brazilian State's historical lack of response to such violence has led to the country's international accountability.

Across Brazil, various municipalities and organizations are participating in the Agosto Lilás movement through awareness activities, thematic lighting, and specialized training for protection networks. For instance, Caraguatatuba utilizes the SOS Caraguá Pra Elas program, while Porto Velho has prepared staff for the Casa Aurora, a dedicated facility for adolescent girls. Meanwhile, data from DataSenado indicates that 88% of women reporting violence experience emotional or psychological abuse, highlighting the prevalence of non-physical aggression.

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Agosto Lilás · Avon · Brazil · Brazilian Senate · Cármen Lúcia · Federal University of Rio de Janeiro · Instituto Natura · Leila Barros · Maria da Penha · Maria da Penha Law · Observatório do Feminicídio · Observatório do Feminicídio do Rio de Janeiro

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A Lei Maria da Penha faz 20 anos [www.brasildefato.com.br]
13 days ago