„Blue Card” intervention procedure at the core of combating domestic violence

Abstract

The phenomenon of domestic violence is one of the main social problems that may affect any individual regardless of age, gender, education or origin. Violent behavior involves a wide range of activities, including: emotional, sexual, psychological harm and cyberbullying. The article presents the “Blue Cards” intervention procedure as a basic tool for counteracting domestic violence, as well as the origins and idea of introducing this intervention tool. The emerging challenges and difficulties resulting from its implementation were indicated, as well as its effectiveness. The changes introduced in June 2023 are presented in the Act on Counteracting Domestic Violence, which extended the definition of domestic violence, increased the number of entities authorized to initiate the procedure, introduced monitoring activities and increased the scope of forms of violence.