Weekly Digest: Stories of Harm: The Pervasiveness of Violence in Our Society

Mauritius is often celebrated for its stability, harmony, and social cohesion. However, beneath this facade lies a daily struggle for many individuals, characterized by bullying in schools, online harassment, physical and emotional abuse at home, and mistreatment of the elderly. This article delves into how these experiences highlight the increasing levels of social and interpersonal violence.

Introduction

Today, violence in Mauritius manifests in various forms. Some are overt – such as the visible bruises from domestic abuse, injuries sustained from schoolyard fights, and the scars left by emotional trauma.