Gwanak-gu Begins Counseling for Domestic Violence Victims

From the 14th, Extensive Counseling on Domestic Violence Categories Including Marital Conflicts and Child Abuse... Operation to Ensure No Blind Spots in Victim Support Such as Legal Support Services and Medical Institution Linkage

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jong-il] Gwanak-gu (Mayor Park Jun-hee) will start the "Domestic Violence Counseling and Support Service" from the 14th to comprehensively support victims who find it difficult to maintain normal family or social life due to domestic violence.

An official from the district stated, "Since the domestic violence counseling center located in Gwanak-gu was closed last March, victims of domestic violence in the area have been using counseling centers in neighboring districts. However, when the demand for counseling from residents in those areas is high, many victims have been unable to receive counseling and had to leave, causing difficulties in access."

To resolve these inconveniences, the district has hired specialized counselors for domestic violence victims and will officially operate the "Domestic Violence Counseling and Support Service" starting May 14, providing comprehensive support including victim protection and counseling.

Counselors will conduct extensive counseling on various categories of domestic violence such as marital conflicts and child abuse, offering systematic counseling tailored to different types such as physical abuse and emotional abuse.

Additionally, in cooperation with related organizations such as the Gwanak-gu Crisis Family Integrated Support Center and Gwanak Police Station (Women and Youth Division), the district plans to provide various supports including legal aid services and connections to medical institutions depending on the domestic violence cases.

The "Domestic Violence Counseling and Support Service" operates on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and counseling is available via phone or face-to-face depending on the case. Contact can be made through the Women's and Family Division of Gwanak-gu Office.

Mayor Park Jun-hee said, "Domestic violence is not just a problem of one family but an issue that the community must come together to solve," adding, "As a women-friendly city, Gwanak-gu will be a strong support for victims suffering from domestic violence to heal their wounds and return to normal social life."

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