Berliner Initiative gegen Gewalt an Frauen (BIG e.V.)

The Berliner Initiative gegen Gewalt an Frauen (BIG e.V.) is a non-profit and charitable association that has been committed to the protection and support of women and children from domestic violence since its founding in 1993.

Key Products and Services

BIG Hotline: A 24/7 accessible counseling hotline that offers anonymous and free advice, legal support, and accompaniment to authorities, police, and court. The hotline is available in over 50 languages and also provides mobile counseling for women who cannot come to a counseling center[3][4].
BIG Prevention: A program that offers prevention workshops in schools to address domestic violence already in school education. It includes age-appropriate programs for elementary school children, teachers, and parents to promote violence prevention and gender-sensitive education[3][5].
BIG Coordination: This department works behind the scenes with relevant agencies such as the police, youth welfare offices, and women's projects to develop new measures for the protection of those affected and to offer training for professionals[3].

Main Mission and Values

The main mission of BIG e.V. is to create conditions in society that prevent the emergence of violence and contribute to better protection and appropriate support for women and their children. The association advocates for the rights of victims and promotes a violence-free upbringing and society[3][4].

Sustainability Goals and Initiatives

BIG e.V. is committed to developing and implementing long-term solutions against domestic violence. These include:

Long-term Prevention Work: By integrating prevention programs in schools and working with children, teachers, and parents, a sustainable change in societal attitudes and behaviors is sought[3][5].
Interactive Exhibitions: The interactive exhibition "ECHT FAIR!" is an example of these efforts, conveying prevention messages to children and adolescents and involving the social environment[5].
Cooperations and Networking: BIG e.V. works closely with various institutions and organizations to ensure effective and comprehensive support[3][4].

Through these comprehensive initiatives and services, BIG e.V. continuously advocates for the protection and support of victims of domestic violence and works towards a societal change that prevents violence and enables a safer future for all.

Sources:

1 - https://berlin.industrial.group/en/home/
2 - https://www.big-berlin.info/impressum
3 - https://www.betterplace.org/de/organisations/10576-berliner-initiative-gegen-gewalt-an-frauen-big-e-v
4 - https://www.big-berlin.info/service/medien/berliner-interventionsprojekt-gegen-haeusliche-gewalt-alte-ziele-auf-neuen-wegen-ein-neuartiges-projekt
5 - https://www.big-berlin.info/service/medien/echt-fair-die-interaktive-ausstellung-fuer-kinder-und-jugendliche-zur-gewaltpraevention

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