Once accepted as a cultural norm in Africa, domestic violence is increasingly recognized for what it is—an assault on the rights and well-being of women, as well as a major impediment to progress on the continent. This program examines the issue in Ethiopia and South Africa, focusing on efforts to reduce and hopefully eliminate violence against women. Viewers meet survivors of domestic abuse and sex crimes who are regaining control over their lives in safe houses and educational centers. Also featured are Nomfundo Mogapi of South Africa’s Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation; Annalize Teichmann, a South African prosecutor; Senait Berhanu of Ethiopia’s Addis Ababa Women’s Association; and other activists. (Portions in other languages with English subtitles, 53 minutes)

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In February 2013, Lee filed for divorce on the grounds of domestic violence. The court issued the first ever protection order and ordered $8,000 in compensation; only 74 courts across China can issue protection orders. The Internet is an avenue of help for abused women.