Phrases with «lateral violence»

"Lateral violence" refers to when people within the same group or community harm or hurt each other emotionally, verbally, or even physically. It often occurs when individuals who are facing similar challenges or discrimination turn their frustrations and anger toward each other instead of working together to address the root causes of their problems. Full definition

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Sentences with «lateral violence»

Some communities and their native title representative organisations are starting to put in place structures that help to protect them from the effects of lateral violence in the native title environment. (humanrights.gov.au)
Chapter 4 considers options for addressing lateral violence in environments concerning our lands, territories and resources. (humanrights.gov.au)
I am hopeful that we will see more resolve, creativity and action as the conversation about lateral violence continues. (humanrights.gov.au)
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Phrases with «lateral violence»

Sentences with «lateral violence»

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