Domestic violence rates in Brazil are alarmingly high, with 29 women assaulted every hour. Out of fear that their abusers won’t face consequences, many women hide the fact that they’ve been attacked by their partners. They often explain away visible injuries as falls down the stairs, tripping over a rug, or slipping in the bathroom. The Maria da Penha Law is more than just a legal achievement; it’s the voice and survival of women.