Brazil’s Supreme Court expands protections for women
By The BriefBrief
Brazil’s Supreme Court unanimously ruled to significantly expand the scope of the country’s landmark law protecting women from violence. The decision was issued on Wednesday and broadens how the law applies to violent men.
WHO:Brazil’s Supreme Court
WHAT:Unanimously ruled to significantly expand the scope of Brazil’s landmark law protecting women from violence
WHEN:Aug 19, 2026
WHERE:Brazil
WHY:The court issued the ruling to expand the scope of the women’s violence protection law.
