spouse abuse
The Rise of Domestic Abuse in French Polynesia
Violence in the home is a worldwide issue, especially for people concerned about developing more peaceful societies. Thus, a report last week on the rise of domestic abuse among the Tahitians suggests the value of a review of the history and cultural values which inhibit such violence. Or at least, which used to inhibit it. […]
Gender Violence in Peaceful Societies: The Fipa
In line with some news stories in May about Fipa women physically punishing a man, last week a report indicated that some of them have been beating their husbands. Gender violence in reverse. Although the news report does not say that the couples involved were all ethnic Ufipa, they are from the city of Sumbawanga […]
Update on Ju/’hoansi Gender Relations and Spouse Abuse
When the Ju/’hoansi used to forage widely for their livelihoods, a number of constraints helped to prevent spouse abuse in their society. The demands of a harsh desert environment limited the adoption of hierarchical social structures, and the fact that food resources were widely scattered and unpredictable militated against the development of male competition. Also, […]
