The specialised resource for assisting victims of sexual violence has maintained stable activity throughout the year, with an average of 28 cases per month. Sixty-five per cent of the women assisted sought help for assaults suffered in the past.
Mallorca has assisted 293 women who are victims of sexual violence during the first year of operation of the Centre Libertas, a crisis centre specialised in providing comprehensive care to women who have experienced this type of violence. This was announced by the Regional Minister for the Presidency, Toni Fuster, during the presentation of the centre’s annual activity report.
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Mallorca has assisted 293 women in the first year of operation of the Centre Libertas
The minister recalled that the creation of the Centre Libertas was one of the priorities of the legislative term and highlighted the institutional commitment to supporting women. “Our goal is to work towards a future in which resources like this are no longer necessary, and Mallorca becomes a land free of gender-based violence. However, the reality shows that these services are currently essential, and as long as sexual violence continues to occur, institutions have a duty to provide a firm and consistent response,” he stated.
The Centre Libertas operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, offering face-to-face, telephone and online assistance, as well as an emergency response service when required. Over its first year, the centre recorded an average of 28 requests per month, confirming that sexual violence is not linked to isolated incidents or specific periods, but is a persistent reality.
Beyond immediate crisis intervention, the Centre Libertas has become a long-term support resource. Sixty-five percent of the women assisted sought help for assaults suffered in the past, highlighting the lasting impact of sexual violence and the fact that many women seek support when they feel ready to begin their recovery process.
Regarding intervention processes, social support was the most frequent, with 137 cases, followed by psychological support with 131 cases. Judicial and family-related processes were also carried out, reflecting the centre’s comprehensive care model. Currently, 94 women continue to receive ongoing specialised support.
Telephone contact is the main access route to the Centre Libertas. Approximately 48% of contacts are made directly by victims themselves, while another 48% result from referrals by professionals from healthcare, social services and security networks. Institutional coordination is key to reaching women who need this service sooner and more effectively.
Age analysis shows that sexual violence affects women of all ages, with a particularly high incidence among younger women. Nearly 47% of the women assisted were under 30 years old, demonstrating that sexual violence is a cross-cutting issue with a significant impact on young women.
In around 60% of cases, the perpetrator is someone known to the victim. Almost half of the women assisted have filed a formal complaint, while others have not or no information is available, reflecting the different personal circumstances of each woman.
The Centre Libertas works under a clear and coordinated protocol that prioritises listening, assessment and the definition of a personalised support pathway, respecting each woman’s decisions and timing. Alongside care and support, continued efforts in prevention, awareness-raising and education remain essential to eradicate violence against women.