Access to justice for older adults who are victims of domestic violence

Abstract

This study analyzed access to justice for older adults in the context of domestic violence from a human rights perspective, starting with the following question: What factors influence access to justice for older adults who are victims of domestic violence in El Salvador? The qualitative, bibliographic research, along with a critical-reflective analysis based on established categories and subcategories, allowed for a comparison of viewpoints based on the consulted bibliographic sources. This study proposes a theoretical analysis to identify the influencing factors and potential solutions through the application of a human rights approach, a gender perspective, and intersectional and intergenerational considerations. Coordinated work and deconstruction are necessary to generate significant changes in case management, aiming to eradicate ageism in the analysis and foster conditions based on international human rights standards. Furthermore, the study employs a vulnerability assessment with clear indicators to identify the most relevant factors in each case. This analysis allows for the creation of a line of research within the framework of a society for all ages, using an intergenerational approach.