# Domestic violence prevention and support in Germany > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/domestic-violence-prevention-and-support-in-germany > Updated: 2026-09-14T11:47:21.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. Data from German law enforcement agencies indicates a significant number of domestic violence victims, with reports suggesting nearly 30 percent of recorded victims are men. In response to these figures, localized support initiatives have emerged, such as the first protective housing for men in Darmstadt and the ‘Freiraum’ shelter in Düsseldorf. Building on these developments, the Federal Ministry of Justice and Consumer Protection (BMJV) has introduced broader national measures to combat domestic violence and sexual abuse. These include the potential use of electronic ankle monitors for high-risk offenders and adjustments to parental visitation rights. Furthermore, the BMJV has launched a nationwide awareness campaign, while the Independent Commission for Processing Sexual Child Abuse has introduced the ‘Open for your story’ campaign to encourage reporting among vulnerable groups, specifically people with disabilities. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-14: Germany launches initiatives to combat domestic violence and sexual abuse Germany is launching new legal measures and awareness campaigns to combat domestic violence and encourage survivors of sexual abuse, particularly those with disabilities, to report their experiences. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/germany-launches-initiatives-to-combat-domestic-violence-and-sexual-abuse ### 2026-08-20: Domestic violence statistics show rising need for male victim support in Germany Data shows men account for nearly 30 percent of domestic violence victims in Germany, highlighting a critical need for specialized support services and protective housing. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/domestic-violence-statistics-show-rising-need-for-male-victim-support-in-germany --- Cite as: Domestic violence prevention and support in Germany. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/domestic-violence-prevention-and-support-in-germany