New Institute Announced: The Institute of Domestic Violence, Religion & Migration (IDVRM)
OCP News Service – 21/01/2025
Global: Amid growing global challenges such as domestic violence, forced displacement, and interwoven crises, a new organization dedicated to creating meaningful change has been officially named: the Institute of Domestic Violence, Religion & Migration (IDVRM).
The IDVRM represents a bold and timely response to the needs of religious, migrant, and ethnic minority communities facing domestic violence and other interconnected forms of violence. With its launch, the Institute aims to bridge gaps in research, intervention, and policy-making to deliver culturally informed, faith-aware, and evidence-based solutions.
Why IDVRM?
The Institute’s name reflects its commitment to addressing the root causes and impacts of domestic violence while recognizing the complex interplay of migration, religion, and ethnicity in these issues. The name embodies the Institute’s dedication to inclusivity, collaboration, and global outreach.
Key Features of IDVRM:
- A mission to develop robust, scalable, and innovative approaches to tackling domestic violence.
- Programs that emphasize cultural and theological knowledge, decolonial reflexivity, and grassroots collaboration.
- A focus on building bridges between research, practice, and policy, promoting a community of practice that spans sectors and geographies.
Global Reach:
With ongoing programs in Ethiopia, the UK, Egypt, and Poland, the Institute leverages its team’s expertise across languages, cultures, and faith traditions. The IDVRM builds on the successful Project dldl/ድልድል Model, a culturally appropriate and faith-informed framework developed from 2020 to 2024.
Get Involved:
The Institute welcomes partnerships and community involvement:
- Learn more about their work: IDVRM Website
- Subscribe to the newsletter: IDVRM Newsletter
- Explore their blog and updates: IDVRM Blog
- Follow them on LinkedIn and Instagram
Source:
OCP News Service and IDVRM
