Italy's New Femicide Law: A Step Forward?

Italys parliament passed a law making femicide a specific crime, punishable by life in prison, in response to a rise in violence against women. The law received strong support from both ruling and opposition parties. Premier Giorgia Melonis government also doubled funding for anti-violence centers and launched educational campaigns. However, critics argue that the law focuses mainly on punishment and doesnt address underlying economic and cultural factors contributing to violence against women. A debate is ongoing about introducing sexual and emotional education in schools as a preventative measure.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.