The Iceberg of Domestic Violence
One of the most dangerous and insidious truths about domestic violence is it’s easy to ignore if it’s not visible. Like an iceberg, there’s a lot more than what is visible above the surface, and that’s true for individuals, communities, and cultures.
In the depiction below, we’ve listed outward acts that society doesn’t accept, where survivors are supported and the offenders are held accountable.
Ask yourself: WHY don’t we do the same with acts found below the water’s surface?
The first thing I think of when the “iceberg” is mentioned is the Titanic, a great example of how dangerous the things that are lurking below the surface can be.
Thanks to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence for this great illustration.
