Domestic violence victims are often criminalized. A California bill wants to change that
Domestic violence victims are often criminalized. A California bill wants to change that The Guardian
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Incarcerated Domestic Violence Survivors Advocate for Sentencing Reform in California
In 1995, Kelly Savage-Rodriguez planned to escape her abusive husband and take her children to Los Angeles. However, upon her return, she discovered that her husband had beaten and killed her three-year-old son. Savage-Rodriguez called 911 and was arrested along with her husband. She was later convicted and sentenced to life without parole, despite being a victim of domestic violence.
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Emphasis:
- Goal 5: Gender Equality
- Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities
- Goal 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
Survivors of domestic violence in the United States often face challenges within the criminal justice system. Their history of abuse is often not taken into account during court proceedings, leading to scrutiny and disbelief when they share their stories.
Efforts for Sentencing Reform
Advocates across the country are pushing for
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
- SDG 5: Gender Equality
- SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
- SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
- SDG 5.2: Eliminate all forms of violence against all women and girls in the public and private spheres, including trafficking and sexual and other types of exploitation.
- SDG 10.2: By 2030, empower and promote the social, economic, and political inclusion of all, irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion, or economic or other status.
- SDG 16.3: Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
- Indicator for SDG 5.2: Number of women and girls who have experienced domestic violence or intimate partner violence.
- Indicator for SDG 10.2: Proportion of population reporting having experienced discrimination or harassment based on attributes such as age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion, or economic or other status.
- Indicator for SDG 16.3: Number of people who have access to legal aid services and representation.
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators Table
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 5: Gender Equality | 5.2: Eliminate all forms of violence against all women and girls in the public and private spheres, including trafficking and sexual and other types of exploitation. | Number of women and girls who have experienced domestic violence or intimate partner violence. |
| SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities | 10.2: By 2030, empower and promote the social, economic, and political inclusion of all, irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion, or economic or other status. | Proportion of population reporting having experienced discrimination or harassment based on attributes such as age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion, or economic or other status. |
| SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions | 16.3: Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all. | Number of people who have access to legal aid services and representation. |
Note: The specific indicators mentioned in the table are examples and may not be directly referenced in the article. They are derived from the targets identified in the article.
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Fuente: theguardian.com
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