The BBC Asian Network produced a series of programmes looking into many facets of domestic violence. Listen again to the reports from this website, together with the discussions in the Language programmes.
Domestic violence is a major component
of crime for all of the UK’s ethnic groups.
But in the Asian community many women
are blackmailed and intimidated into
silence often to avoid shaming the family.
Patriarchy, the collusion of the extended
family, forced marriages, bigamy and the
sexual abuse of children all leave blood
under the carpet.
‘Reports from the Domestic Front’ reveal
the secret horror of Asian home rage and
the courage with which some women have
fought back.’
Six reports which were broadcast in
the Drive programme, on weekdays
between February 14th and February 21st.
The BBC Asian Network language team will be bringing to you a series of special programmes each day this week with special guests. Weekdays 8:15pm. Listen again here
Mirpuri: Gurpreet Johal, an outreach worker from the Ashram Project talks about working to reduce domestic violence in the community.
Gujarati: Mina Shah, a support worker from Leicester women's refuge talks about domestic violence.
Hindi/Urdu: Usha Masih, the founder of the Asian Woman's Helpline came on air, to talk about domestic violence.
Punjabi: Guests: Usha Kera and Ravinder Kaur of the Asian Women's Help Centre, Handsworth Birmingham were live in the studio.
More Programmes
Sonia Deol: Tuesday 09:00 - 12:00, Sonia tackles domestic violence in her daily discussion. message boards.
Interactive TV: Information and support will be available on Freeview, digital satellite and digital cable - 24 hours a day throughout the campaign via the BBC iBar, or for cable viewers via the 'Interactive' key.
"Does Asian culture allow for domestic violence to become more prevalent then in other cultures? Why do you think that is?...".
Lines are open until midnight, from 5th February until 28th March.
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