Duluth Model

The Duluth Model is a structured program designed to address and reduce domestic violence by focusing on the belief that it stems from power and control dynamics. It encourages perpetrators to recognize and change their abusive behaviors while promoting safety for victims. Developed in the 1980s in Duluth, Minnesota, the model emphasizes a coordinated community response, involving police, courts, and social services, to support victims and hold offenders accountable. The approach also highlights the importance of education and prevention strategies to foster healthier relationships and societal attitudes toward violence.