Silence Hurts
Alcohol Abuse and Violence Against Women

Module 4: Alcohol and Domestic Violence - Page 4 of 23

Introduction to The Batterer

Although many men never become violent toward their partners, some still do. Men traditionally have held more power in the United States and in many other countries. What is new is the view that violence against women is not acceptable anymore. An estimated 1.8 million men will severely assault their partner in any given year. This includes punching, kicking, choking, and threats with or use of a knife or gun.5

"Violence against women will cease when men renounce the thinking and practice of dominance. We can begin to do this on an individual basis at home, at work, and in our community. I hope men will take the initiative and work with other men to confront sexism and violence, not to get approval from women, but because it is the right thing to do for women and men."

Michael Paymar, Training Coordinator,
Duluth Domestic Abuse Intervention Project,
Duluth, Minnesota

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