Since January 2023, a staggering 4,116 children, adolescents, and people with disabilities in Brazil have been left vulnerable as a result of femicide cases, according to a report by the Lesfem (Laboratory of Femicide Studies) at the State University of Londrina. These individuals are categorized as indirect victims of gender-based violent acts, where women are murdered or attacked due to domestic violence. The alarming statistics showcase the serious social implications of femicide, highlighting a significant number of dependents affected by these heinous crimes.

In September 2023, legislation aimed at providing special pensions for those impacted by femicide was passed, but its implementation through the INSS (National Institute of Social Security) took two years, with applications only starting to be processed at the end of November. Experts in this field suggest that public awareness of this policy is alarmingly low, indicating a need for active outreach to ensure those eligible are made aware and can access the support meant for them. The eligibility criteria require that families have a per capita income of no more than a quarter of the minimum wage and that applicants haven't received death pensions from other sources.

Since the enactment of Law 14.717/2023, the uptake of the benefit has been minimal, leaving many orphans of femicide without essential financial support. This situation not only raises concerns about the welfare of these vulnerable groups but also calls into question the effectiveness of national policies aimed at combating femicide and providing for its indirect victims. The struggle for recognition and support for these families reflects broader societal challenges and gaps in the response to gender-based violence in Brazil.