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The article discusses the Michal Sela Forum’s groundbreaking initiatives to protect women from domestic violence, including their Canines Program and Sayeret Michal. These programs, supported by research led by the Michal Sela Forum, demonstrate substantial results in reducing violence and empowering women.
The Michal Sela Canines Program provides trained guard dogs to women whose lives are at risk, like Batya (not her real name), whose story is highlighted. After her abusive husband’s release from prison, Batya feared for her life. The program gave her Bamba, a guard dog, which has drastically improved her sense of security. Batya reported feeling safer at home with her three daughters, and the research supports her experience: participants saw a 70% reduction in threats from their abusers, a 73% increase in personal safety and freedom, and a 620% rise in their children’s social activities.
Sayeret Michal, a comprehensive security initiative, provides tools like emergency buttons, security patrols, and cameras. Research revealed that participants experienced an 800% increase in their sense of home security, a 62% drop in physical violence, and a 25% decline in verbal violence.
Founded in memory of Michal Sela, murdered by her husband in 2019, the Forum continues to lead in innovative, life-saving approaches to combat domestic violence, offering hope to women like Batya and their families.
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