News about victim support in beider Basel

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Since 2021, the number of new cases processed by Victim Support beider Basel each year has grown by more than a third. However, this does not mean that there have been more incidents of violence.

Imagine, the largest free open-air festival in Basel, is focusing on safety this year. Til Hänggi explains in an interview why this is necessary and what a new partnership with Opferhilfe beider Basel will bring.

To ensure that teenagers and young adults are not exposed to discrimination or violence in bars and clubs, there is a need to raise awareness and exchange information. Victim Support beider Basel is also committed

In Basel-Stadt, the cantonal police also work to prevent violence. Leonie Meyer, head of the department, explains in an interview what is important here. And why teachers and school administrators are requesting the free service

Authorities, specialist agencies and NGOs from Basel-Stadt and Basel-Landschaft are working together to combat violence against women. They will be present from 25 November to 10 December as the action group beide Basel against Violence

16 women from Northwestern Switzerland raise their voices against violence against women. Beat John, Managing Director of Opferhilfe beider Basel, explains in an interview how it was possible to recruit personalities for the project. And

Every year, between November 25 and December 10, a call is made to end violence against women. Why exactly on these days? And what are the origins of the “16 days of action against violence

Psychological violence is at the heart of the “16 days against violence against women” campaign. Raising awareness of the issue is important. And a separate criminal offense is needed to better protect victims of psychological

In Switzerland, stalking is to be enshrined in the Swiss Criminal Code as a separate criminal offense. Victim Support Basel welcomes this long overdue adjustment. This also strengthens the protection of victims. Last year, Opferhilfe

Since the beginning of the year, a new, uncomplicated access to victim support has been available in the form of chat counseling. How is the offer being received? What are the opportunities and difficulties? An

Sexual criminal law is tightened. What does this improve for victims? And what difficulties remain? Victim and child advocate Béatrice Müller puts things in order. What was the trigger for the revision of sexual criminal

Visualizing the extent of violence with the help of grains of wheat: This is how Opferhilfe beider Basel raised awareness of the issue at a stand campaign. One in five women in Switzerland will be

Many victims of violence find it difficult to contact victim support. Our reception staff know what is important here. To create an atmosphere of trust from the very first moment. “Victim Support Basel, my name

Every fifth person in old age is affected by violence. But very few people seek help. A lot of sensitization is needed to change this. The International World Day against Elder Abuse is calling for

Opferhilfe beider Basel draws the attention of healthcare professionals to the requirements of victim protection. And sensitizes people to the needs of those affected by violence. Healthcare professionals have a responsible role to play in

Networking between specialists and offices in Basel-Stadt and Basel-Landschaft is practiced. This became clear on the open evening at the new location of the Basel Victim Support Center. On May 25, 2023, Opferhilfe beider Basel

Rising case numbers and valuable help The General Meeting elected a new member of the Board of Directors. The annual report illustrates how the need for victim support is increasing. And how important the services

Apprentices from the carpentry workshop at the Arxhof center for young adults have made a kitchen sideboard for the Basel Victim Support Center at its new location. An opportunity for young offenders to think about

With the new prevention project “NOT A GAME”, Basel Victim Support is drawing attention to the fact that there are limits when people are together. And encourages people to consciously demand them.

The “Protection against violence and victim support” department in the Department of Justice and Security of the Canton of Basel-Stadt has made a number of changes. The department has been operating under a new name

The Istanbul Convention, the international convention on preventing and combating violence against women and domestic violence, has been in force in Switzerland since 2018. What experiences has the Basel-Landschaft Domestic Violence Intervention Center had in

Even today, those affected by domestic violence find it difficult to seek professional help. The Istanbul Convention, which has been in force since 2018, obliges the federal government and cantons to take action. What improvements

Opferhilfe beider Basel has been located at Steinengraben 5 in Basel since March 20, 2023. The new location gives clients easier and more anonymous access to our advisory services.

March 8 – Day of feminist rights March 8 Flowers? No thanks! We want equal rights for all – also to protect victims! A big thank you to everyone for their commitment on the long

https://youtu.be/atqJZzgPne8 November 25: International Day against Violence against Women from woman to woman from man to man from person to person Stop violence against women Victim support for both BaselVideo by Oliver Gary, @olivergary

Interview with Beat John, Managing Director of Opferhilfe beider Basel since August 2022 You managed the vocational training and operations of the Arxhof center for young adults for several years. Why have you changed sides,

Setting an example against violence against women On the International Day against Violence against Women, Basel Victim Support is the voice of women affected by violence. An overview of where we are involved and what

How good networking helps victims What is needed for good networking between the partner organizations? How closely do the various specialists work together to provide victims with the best possible support? Answers are provided by

November 20: International Day of Remembrance for Victims of Transgender Violence. Move forward! “They swore at me and insulted me from afar. I tried to walk past the group with my eyes down. But one

October 2 is the International Day of Nonviolence according to the UN resolution from 2007. The date goes back to the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi. In view of the current crises on all continents and