domestic abuse
Male Domestic Abuse Survivors Describe Their Experiences
One in three survivors of domestic abuse are male, but there is comparatively little discussion of how men end up in abusive relationships and the obstacles they face when getting help.
How Tech Giants Enable ‘Stalkerware’ Software Sold to Abusive Partners
Spyware to spy on romantic partners is a booming industry, but it doesn’t exist in a vacuum.
Why We’re Finally Talking About Lorena Bobbitt and Domestic Abuse
When Bobbitt cut off her husband’s penis, she became a punchline. ‘Lorena’ shows why everyone was so wrong to laugh at her.
Lorena Bobbitt Tells Her Own Story: 'Immigrant Women Don't Have a Voice'
Broadly spoke with Lorena Bobbitt about her 1993 domestic assault trial that gripped the nation, and how her immigration status shaped her narrative.
Teen Killed By Abusive Ex Even After Reporting Him to Police Five Times
Metropolitan Police officers are being investigated to see whether they could have prevented the death of the 17-year-old girl.
Domestic Violence Shelters in a State of Uncertainty as Shutdown Continues
Federally funded domestic violence programs may have to begin scaling back services in a matter of days if President Donald Trump doesn't sign a spending bill.
The Most Vulnerable Are Bearing the Brunt of PEI's Housing Crisis
Activists say the lack of decent housing is keeping people in abusive relationships.
Domestic Abuse Victims in the Migrant Caravan Are Stranded at the US Border
The Trump administration will not allow refugees to claim asylum on the basis of domestic violence. That leaves women like Mirna Yolanda Contreras in limbo.
Should These Women Be In Prison For Killing Their Alleged Abusers?
Emma-Jayne Magson was sentenced to life in prison after stabbing her allegedly abusive boyfriend during a fight. She is now appealing her murder conviction.
6 Scottish Women Were Killed By Men They Previously Reported to Police
New Freedom of Information data reveals the number of women who died over the last three years even after reporting their partners or exes to Police Scotland for threatening behavior.
7 Abuse Victims in the UK Died By Suspected Suicide in the Last 5 Years
An exclusive Broadly investigation reveals that multiple victims of abuse across the UK have died by suspected suicide—even after speaking with police.
Our Best Friend Died by Suicide After Being Abused and Stalked by Her Ex
Meera Dalal was only 25 when she took her own life after years of abuse from her partner. Two years on, her friends are still searching for answers.