Unmasking Thirty Years of Domestic Violence: Misinformation, Half-Truths, and Lies
Over the past thirty years, domestic violence narratives have been widely distorted by misinformation. Activists promoting exaggerated statistics have misled the public, policymakers, and the criminal justice system. One prominent example is the myth that domestic violence primarily affects women, ignoring the significant number of male victims. Research consistently shows men are equally, if not […]
40 Peer-Reviewed Studies Conclude: Shared Parenting is the Best for Children’s Well-being
Forward In the best interest of our children, the de-escalation of litigation conflict to zero, the adoption of automatic mediation or alternative dispute resolution, and the speedy resolution of divorce and related matters must be the primary focus of all parties concerned. Fathers 4 Justice South Africa strongly advocates for automatic, immediate shared 50/50 contact, […]
False Allegations in Custody Battles: The Impact on Fathers and Children
False allegations have become a powerful weapon in custody battles, often used to destroy relationships between fathers and their children. This disturbing tactic is frequently employed by mothers, especially when legal teams encourage them to use false accusations of abuse or neglect. In these cases, fathers face severe emotional, financial, and psychological stress as they […]
Addressing Violence and Abuse Against Men and Boys in South Africa: A Hidden Epidemic
In South Africa, domestic violence and abuse against men and boys remain vastly underreported and misunderstood. Despite global recognition of gender-based violence, much of the focus centers on women as victims, while men are often overlooked. This marginalization stems from societal norms and stigmas that paint men as incapable of suffering abuse, or worse, as […]