The problem of domestic violence against women in Russia and possible solutions

The paper analyzes the social and legal aspects of the problem of domestic violence against women in Russia. The United Nations defines violence against women as “any act of gender-based violence that causes or is likely to cause physical, sexual or psychological harm or suffering to women, including threats of such acts, coercion or arbitrary deprivation of liberty, whether in public or private life”. The victim characteristics of women and their social vulnerability are analyzed. Negative stereotypes about violence against women in the family are emphasized. The main differences between violence against strangers and domestic violence are revealed. A set of measures has been developed to solve the problem of domestic violence.