Elise’s testimony
Elise is a survivor of domestic violence who speaks publicly about how the state failed to protect her when she needed help most. Her story emphasizes not only the cruelty of her abuser but also the deep sense of abandonment she felt from institutions that should have guaranteed her safety.
State abandonment
Elise describes turning to official structures for protection and support, only to discover that procedures and policies left her unprotected and alone. Her experience illustrates how, in practice, the system can shift responsibility onto the victim instead of ensuring real security and long‑term assistance.
Elise, a victim of domestic violence, testifies to the state's abandonment.
Core message
Through her brief testimony, Elise highlights that domestic violence is not only a personal tragedy but also a consequence of institutional inaction. Her words call for changes in how the state responds to victims so that stories like hers are not repeated.
Elise’s short, stark account shows how domestic violence becomes even more destructive when the state fails to provide timely protection, leaving victims alone with danger and fear.
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