Help a victim
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It is possible to be an auditory and/or visual witness to an episode of domestic violence. In this case, it is important not to put yourself in danger.
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The witness can help the victim in a safe manner by contacting the police to inform them of the scene seen or the noises heard. They will treat the call confidentially and carry out a verification. The attacker and the victim will not be informed of the identity of the witness.
The police will inform the victim of their rights and the resources available that could help them.
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During a disclosure, it is not uncommon for the victim to be confronted with unhelpful behavior from those around them, which leads to re-victimization. To avoid this, it is important to adopt an attitude that aims to HELP the victim.
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What to do when you are a witness?
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What should we do when a victim tells us their story?
Il est possible d'accompagner la victime dans sa démarche. Pour cela, n'hésitez pas à la référer vers des professionnels tels que les maisons d'hébergement.