Tag: gender based violence

    Confronting Structural Violence: The Gérard Depardieu Case and the Imperative for Systemic Change Empowerment Self-Defense Professionals stress urgent action against rising violence and discrimination   The recent conviction of French actor Gérard Depardieu for sexual assault marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing global reckoning with gender-based violence. As professionals dedicated to the prevention of such violence, the International Association of Empowerment Self Defense Professionals (IAESDP) recognizes this case as emblematic of the broader structural issues that perpetuate abuse and hinder accountability. The Role of Empowerment and Policy At IAESDP, we advocate for a multifaceted approach to combating gender-based