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3. My partner is violent toward me, and I am suffering. What should I do?

• Domestic violence* (DV: violence committed by a current or former partner) is a crime and absolutely unacceptable.
• In Japan, the DV Prevention Act** protects people who have been subjected to violence by their partners. This law also applies to all foreign nationals in Japan.
•This is often difficult to resolve on your own, so seek advice.
*Domestic Violence (DV): Bạo lực gia đình
**DV Prevention Act: Act on the Prevention of Spousal Violence and the Protection of Victims

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* Domestic Violence Hotline Plus

* Hotline for reporting and consultation by victims of human trafficking (forced sexual services, forced labor, etc.)

English available.

National Policy Agency website (npa.go.jp)
[Detailed Information in Japanese] Reference information: For Japanese associates
"What is Domestic Violence (DV)? Gender Equality Bureau Cabinet Office (Japanese)" 

Victims of DV are protected, regardless of residence status (Immigration Services Agency Notification No. 26)

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