Digital violence: Women in Germany demand stronger legal guidelines | Focus on Europe

Violence against women remains a major issue in Germany — from #MeToo to the case of Collien Fernandes, who now lives under police protection after digital attacks and death threats. Activists report deepfakes, weak laws and insufficient protection. New initiatives, including AI‑based warning apps, aim to support victims. Public pressure is rising, and reforms are urgently demanded.

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00:00 Women in Germany fight back against digital harassment
01:05 WHO: One in three women falls victim to domestic violence
02:19 A German study finds domestic violence is widely underreported.”
03:35 App to analyse the risk of domestic violence

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