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Corporal punishment and mistreatment

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Corporal punishment and mistreatment

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Mistreatment and any form of abuse are not tolerable. They cause pain, suffering and have an impact on the development of every human being. In this section we will address abuse, such as physical assaults, but also psychological abuse, such as ignoring, harassing or intimidating you.

Abolition of corporal punishment of children

Children and young people, as well as adults, have the right to respect for their human dignity and physical integrity, as well as to protection by law. This document deals with corporal punishment – what it is and why we should abolish it. It also has a section of questions, answers and false ideas.

abolição castigos corporais

Domestic violence

APAV's website for young people, which deals with issues of domestic violence.

violência doméstica

How to stay safe

APAV website, which informs you about how to stay safe in family relationships.

como te manteres seguro

What to do if you are a victim of domestic violence

Website It tells you what to do if you are a victim of domestic violence.

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Helplines

Directed videos children and young people in situations of domestic violence, by directing them to the available helplines.

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