Maria da Penha Law increases protection, but the number of femicides continues to rise in Brazil The Maria da Penha Law completed 20 years this Friday (7). Created to combat domestic and family violence against women, the legislation establishes mechanisms for prevention, protection and punishment of aggressors. In Pará, women victims of violence can seek assistance at 21 Civil Police Specialized Women's Assistance Stations (DEAMs). The units are dedicated to recording incidents and dealing with cases of violence against women. The state also has 26 Lilac Rooms, spaces designed to welcome women in situations of violence. The units are distributed across different municipalities and operate from Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm. Click and follow the g1 Pará channel on WhatsApp What DEAMs offer Specialized reception: Professional listening aimed at reducing the victim's vulnerability. Occurrence registration: Formalization of Police Report based on the Maria da Penha Law. Protective measures: Immediate request for urgent measures to remove the aggressor. Multidisciplinary care: Partnerships with social, psychological and legal support bodies when structured on site. Occurrence registration Maria da Penha Maia Fernandes, the woman who gave name to the law on violence against women Reproduction/TV Globo In addition to face-to-face assistance, women can register incidents online through the Virtual Women's Police Station. The service is available by clicking here. In situations of violence, the victim can seek out a specialized unit to receive guidance and request the protection measures provided for by legislation. Immediate assistance channels If you or someone you know is in immediate danger or needs guidance. Call 190: Military Police (for emergencies occurring at that time). Call 180: Women’s Service Center (national, free and 24 hours a day). Read all the state news on g1 Pará