Victimological Characteristics of Violence Against Women and Improving its Prevention

This article examines the victimological characteristics of violence against women and explores ways to improve its prevention. The study focuses on the social, criminological, psychological, and legal factors that contribute to women becoming victims of violence. Particular attention is paid to the characteristics of victims, the circumstances and forms of violent behavior, risk factors associated with repeated victimization, and the challenges of identifying latent cases of violence. The article analyzes the importance of victimological prevention in reducing the likelihood of violence and protecting women’s rights and legitimate interests. The study also considers the role of law enforcement agencies, social institutions, and community-based prevention mechanisms in identifying risk situations and providing timely assistance to victims. Based on the analysis, proposals are developed for improving preventive measures, strengthening interagency cooperation, enhancing early identification of potential victims, and increasing the effectiveness of legal, social, and psychological support. The findings emphasize the need for an integrated victimological approach aimed not only at responding to committed acts of violence but also at preventing repeated victimization and addressing the underlying risk factors.