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Published on 25 August 2023

Guide: Apply for financial aid for measures to prevent and combat violence against women

The Confederation supports measures to prevent and combat violence against women and domestic violence with an annual sum of around 3 million francs. The Federal Office for Gender Equality (FOGE) is responsible for awarding the financial aid. In this guide, applicants will find information on the submission projects and on the implementation and completion of their project.

Symbolising violence against women, tulips in a vase are blown to the side by a violent blast of air.

22 August 2023

Violence against women and domestic violence

Violence takes many forms and can affect anyone. Almost half of all violent crimes happen at home, in marriages, in partnerships and in families. Domestic violence can also affect men. However, it is more often directed against women. The same is true with regard to sexual harassment.