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Violence against women: almost 12 000 women's shelter spaces missing in Germany
Germany🏛️ PoliticsCenter6 hr. ago

Violence against women: almost 12 000 women's shelter spaces missing in Germany

The article reports that Germany lacks nearly 12,000 shelter places for women facing domestic violence, according to data from the Frauenhauskoordinierung. With approximately 7,800 available spots, daily requests for protection exceed capacity, forcing many survivors to be turned away. The report highlights that over 13,500 women and more than 15,000 children found refuge in shelters last year, but the number of women securing a place has declined significantly—from 52% in 2015 to just 31% in recent years. Many women have had to pay for their stay, and refugee women face additional barriers due to housing restrictions. The organization warns against proposed cuts to support programs like child support payments, which provide critical financial assistance for single parents after abuse.

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Violence against women: almost 12 000 women's shelter spaces missing in Germany

The article reports that Germany lacks nearly 12,000 shelter places for women facing domestic violence, according to data from the Frauenhauskoordinierung. With approximately 7,800 available spots, daily requests for protection exceed capacity, forcing many survivors to be turned away. The report highlights that over 13,500 women and more than 15,000 children found refuge in shelters last year, but the number of women securing a place has declined significantly—from 52% in 2015 to just 31% in recent years. Many women have had to pay for their stay, and refugee women face additional barriers due to housing restrictions. The organization warns against proposed cuts to support programs like child support payments, which provide critical financial assistance for single parents after abuse.

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