Infographic: Pathways for racialized survivors of intimate partner violence into the criminal justice system

Research shows that experiences of intimate partner violence are a common pathway into the criminal justice system for survivors, especially racialized survivors. Women may be forced into criminal activities by partners or rely on criminal activities as a means of survival.

This infographic outlines the common pathways into criminalization, including coercion, coping and fleeing.

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Citation:

WomanACT. (2022). Infographic: Pathways for Racialized Survivors of Intimate Partner Violence into the Criminal Justice System. https://womanact.ca/publications/pathways-for-racialized-survivors-of-intimate-partner-violence-into-the-criminal-justice-system/

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