Gender-based violence and Femicide (GBVF) leaves scars that reach far beyond the individual. Its impact stretches across generations, shaping the way children understand relationships, power, and self-worth. Unless broken, this cycle repeats itself\u2014passed down from parent to child and on to the next generation.<\/p>\n
Understanding intergenerational violence Research shows that children exposed to GBVF are more likely to experience it again in adult relationships or commit violence as adults. This isn\u2019t destiny\u2014but it does mean that without intervention, cycles of harm are tragically common.<\/p>\n Why the cycle continues Breaking the cycle Breaking the cycle of GBVF isn\u2019t just about changing individual lives\u2014it\u2019s about reshaping entire societies. When we protect children, support survivors, and challenge harmful norms, we are building a future where violence is no longer repeated but replaced with safety, dignity, and respect. If you are a victim of abuse, or want to be a part of the solution, reach out to our counsellors to get support, 24 hours a day.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Gender-based violence and Femicide (GBVF) leaves scars that reach far […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":37347,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[374,186],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-37318","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-2025-nov-articles","category-your-wellness-trauma"],"yoast_head":"\n
\n<\/strong>When children grow up in homes where abuse, fear, or control are present, they learn to see these behaviours as normal. A boy who witnesses violence may believe aggression is a way to show power, while a girl who experiences it may accept mistreatment as part of love.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>The reasons are complex, but often include:<\/p>\n\n
\n<\/strong>Ending intergenerational violence requires collective action. No one person or programme can do it alone, but together, the cycle can be interrupted.<\/p>\n\n