Italy's domestic violence support network draws on lottery and gambling proceeds

Summary

Italy's national support network for victims of domestic violence is funded almost entirely by state and EU funds plus national lottery and regulated gambling proceeds, according to a report presented to the Chamber of Deputies and. The network comprises 204 support centres, 36 shelters and 17 emergency reception facilities. In 2021 the social security institute funded 45 structures, including 17 assistance centres and 28 shelters.