Working with Perpetrators of Domestic Violence contributes to a more permanent solution to the problem of violence, because by recognizing and changing the beliefs and values that allow the perpetrator to use violence, the possibility that he will use violence against (ex) partners and children decreases. With the Prevention of Domestic Violence Act, work with perpetrators of violence is a necessary element in the prevention of violence in society. Programs for working with perpetrators of violence are an important enrichment of the treatment of violence within the framework of services operating in local communities. The existence of such programs is only possible in close cooperation with local institutions, which refer perpetrators to the program. For the effective prevention of domestic violence, the coordinated cooperation of all institutions working in this field is important. In my master's thesis, I reviewed the programs that exist for working with perpetrators of violence in Slovenia, who they are intended for, what the conditions for participation are and the success criteria. I researched what kind of cooperation exists between the institutions that come into contact with the perpetrators of violence at various stages of their work and enable them to participate in programs aimed at the perpetrators of violence. I focused on the systemic foundations (legislation, guidelines, norms) and on the beliefs of professionals that refer perpetrators to these programs. I also reviewed the extent to which professional workers believe that programs for working with perpetrators are meaningful and what their importance is for reducing or preventing domestic violence. Among the findings, I point out that Slovenia does have a program for working with perpetrators of violence, but it does not cover all the necessary specifics, accessibility is limited, and there is a need for upgrading programs for working with perpetrators of violence. The referral of the perpetrators depends on the skills of the professionals working with the perpetrators of violence. Likewise, in Slovenia we do not have nationally accepted guidelines or norms for programs for working with perpetrators of violence.
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