Participants also acknowledged that it can be quite helpful to talk to women about human rights. They know what problems they have, but they often do not know that other women have the same problems. Knowledge that others suffer as well highlights the need for action. As a result, it is important to spread information in order to break the silence, suggesting that violence does not exist. Means for spreading information include collecting stories, statistics, case studies and other information and providing it to the press.
Case studies are often more effective than long theoretical discussions.
At the same time, it is important to present cases in a way that does not harm the victim, while still retaining the powerful impact of the story. One means of avoiding these negative aspects is to either use pseudonyms or create one composite story based on several real ones. JoAnne Fedler took the floor to present her experience in creating a center acting against violence against women. With the help of the Ford Foundation, she and her co-workers had the opportunity to observe the work of similar organizations in different parts of the world, and they set up their center to deal with specific cases of violence against women. They soon realized that their work is not very efficient.