Unmuting Men's
Silent Suffering

Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code was enacted to protect married women from cruelty by their husband or in-laws. While the law serves an important purpose, it has been misused in some cases as a tool for harassment, leading to wrongful accusations against innocent men and their families. The Supreme Court of India has acknowledged this misuse in several judgments.

Yes, absolutely. Studies show that a significant percentage of men experience domestic violence, but it often goes unreported due to social stigma and lack of legal support. The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act (2005) does not provide equal protection to male victims, which is one of the issues we advocate to change.

MaleVox is an awareness and advocacy platform. We connect affected individuals with support organizations, helplines, and legal resources. We also publish stories and information to break the stigma around men's issues. For direct legal or counseling help, please visit our Resources page.

Not at all. We believe in gender equality — true equality that protects everyone regardless of gender. We support women's rights and recognize the genuine cases of domestic violence against women. Our focus is on addressing the gaps in the system that leave male victims without support and prevent misuse of laws designed to protect genuine victims.

You can share your story via email at stories@malevox.org or through our social media DMs. Simply mention that you wish to remain anonymous, and we will remove all identifying information before any publication. Your privacy is our priority.

Yes, all helpline numbers on our Resources page are verified and sourced from official organization websites. However, we recommend double-checking before calling, as contact details may occasionally change. If you find any outdated information, please let us know.