1.1 Violence in intimate relationships

Domestic violence has increased significantly during the pandemic. The National Board of Health and Welfare estimates that just over 1 person per hour is currently on sick leave due to domestic violence, but the number of unreported cases is much higher. Statistics show that both men and women are victims of domestic violence.

Not only does domestic violence create a negative quality of life for the employee in question, it also carries over into the workplace, affecting ability to work and economic performance in the form of high levels of sick leave and loss of production.

We have partnered with Change Collective, which specialises in these issues, to try to address the negative effects of domestic violence.

That is why we offer an opportunity, a support programme for all our staff, to help end abusive relationships.

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