Research: PNG women more violent than men

WHO says women are softer and gentler than men? A research found that most women in Papua New Guinea ended up in jail for domestic violence – with some even killing their better half.
“The main causes for women to turn extremely violent are jealousy and adultery,” National Research Institute senior research fellow Fiona Hukula told about 200 women at an International Women’s Day 2019 luncheon in Lae on Friday.
At the luncheon hosted by the Soroptimist International of Lae (SIL), Hukula said: “Women and domestic violence is a concern today. How can we work towards healthy family relationships?
“Women who are in a position to influence change must speak up for other women, especially those who cannot express their problems. No one else can resolve this problem.
“We cannot empower women economically, nor get them into a position of leadership, if we don’t stop such domestic violence.”
The SIL also presented K1000 to the Catholic Diocese of Lae, and K3000 to Angau Hospital for the Cancer Centre, Well Women’s Clinic and Family Support Centre.
The funds were raised at SIL’s trivia night held last year.
Air Niugini retail manager Hane Garo urged women to strive to make simple problems right, to create a better future for their children.
“Women are role models in their home, and that gives them the power to change the world,” she said.
“Women portray royalty and excellence, from the home to the office environment; women must continue to strive for excellence.”