Os aplicativos digitais utilizados como recurso de enfrentamento à violência doméstica e familiar prevista na Lei Maria da Penha

Abstract

Domestic and family violence against women is one of the most serious violations of human rights, requiring the implementation of mechanisms that increase victims' access to information, protection, and justice. In this context, the objective of this study is to evaluate how the PenhaS, SOS Maria da Penha, and SP Mulher applications contribute to combating domestic and family violence against women. The research is qualitative, quantitative, exploratory, and descriptive in nature, conducted through bibliographic and documentary studies. Data collection is carried out through the analysis of the functionalities offered by the applications, as well as publicly accessible information in the Google Play Store and App Store, such as the number of downloads, user ratings, and comments. The results show that the analyzed platforms have the potential to strengthen the protection network for women, providing resources focused on guidance, support, safety planning, communication with trusted contacts, geolocation of specialized services, and access to reporting mechanisms. It is observed that the PenhaS app stands out for its variety of resources aimed at support and prevention, while SOS Maria da Penha focuses more on guiding users and accessing public policies. On the other hand, SP Mulher shows greater coordination with government entities responsible for protecting victims. The analyzed apps are important tools for combating domestic and family violence against women, as they broaden access to information and protection services. However, their effectiveness depends on the technical quality of the platforms and the collaboration of the institutional support network.