Our group, the Tulong sa Abandonado Laban sa Abuso (TALA), would like to point out the persistent problem of domestic violence in the country, especially during this time of the pandemic. The problem has been placed at the bottom of priorities because of the more urgent difficulties brought about by the pandemic. We also would like to reiterate that the women hiding the bruises of domestic abuse are not to be and should not be forgotten.

When does away mag-asawa (spousal argument) become a criminal offense?