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“Slipping Through the Net”: Support Workers’ Perspectives on Domestic Violence Services for Minority Ethnic Women

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: To advance more equitable access to supports for all victim-survivors of domestic violence (DV), this article evidences the complexity of Domestic Violence Support Service (DVSS) provision to minority ethnic women in Ireland. Drawing on semi-structured interviews with DVSS providers, it shows how compounded structural and intersectional challenges affect support quality and limit providers' capacity to understand and identify with these women's experiences. The article reveals providers' approaches and identifies systemic, institutional, and practical barriers to effective DV support. Using intersectionality and role-taking, the article offers a holistic understanding of structural and practical shortcomings that adversely affect both minority ethnic women and support workers.

Source: Violence Against Women

DOI: 10.1177/10778012261440249

Authors: Majka Ryan, Noreen Heraty

Institution: University of Limerick

Language: English

Topic: Intimate Partner and Family Violence

Subfield: Health

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Gender equality, Reduced inequalities, Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,650