Social resources to support women living in situation of violence in Ribeirao Preto, SP, in the perspective of key informants

This study aims to learn about organizations which support women who live in a situation of violence, considering the network of available agencies and social equipments. The qualitative approach was used through semi-structured interviews conducted with 11 key informants from institutions such as the Military Police, Women's Police Station, the Guardianship Council, and others. The results were systematized using content analysis, which identified three categories: the organization's mission, the limits of interventions and insertion in the assistance flow. The results pointed out that, in general, the interviewees were sensitized and informed about the issue of violence against women. The services do not know about the magnitude of the community network and therefore they intervene without articulation with each other. As a consequence, assistance can be fragmented and it does not allow a follow-up in every level. Data indicate the need for better articulation and for professionals' qualification.