DOUBLE VICTIMIZATION OF WOMEN VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE FACING FINANCIAL DEPENDENCY IN AMAZONAS

Abstract

Domestic violence against women constitutes a serious structural problem in Brazil; its persistence stems not only from the abuser's conduct but also from the state's failure to ensure the material conditions necessary to break the cycle of violence. In this context, financial dependency emerges as a primary factor sustaining abusive relationships, characterizing a form of "double victimization": initially through the violence suffered within the domestic sphere and, subsequently, through the omission or ineffectiveness of public policies designed to protect women and foster their economic autonomy. This study aims to analyze how the lack of public policies aimed at financial independence contributes to the continuation of domestic violence and the revictimization of vulnerable women. A qualitative methodology is adopted—comprising bibliographic and documentary research and employing the inductive method—based on an analysis of legal doctrine, legislation, official reports, and statistical data. The study concludes that, although the Brazilian legal system possesses advanced normative instruments—most notably the Maria da Penha Law—the absence of continuous, integrated, and effective public policies regarding income generation, vocational training, sheltering, and social support undermines the effectiveness of state protection. Consequently, financial autonomy becomes an indispensable element for guaranteeing human dignity and overcoming this double victimization.