Partner Violence refers to a pattern of abusive behaviors—whether psychological, emotional, financial, or physical—between two intimate partners, where one partner exerts power and control over the other.
What STANDING FIRM identifies as “partner violence” is more commonly referred to as “domestic violence.” We prefer the term “partner violence” to emphasize that this issue extends beyond the home and affects various aspects of life. It can occur in dating and cohabitation relationships, as well as in intimate relationships that have ended. Crucially, when an employee is facing partner violence, it impacts the entire workplace.
The period when a survivor decides to leave their abuser is particularly risky, as the abuser may not know their current residence, but they are aware of where the individual works.
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