This study investigates the experiences of victims of domestic violence (DV) involved in a bilateral electronic monitoring (EM) program. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with six victims whose associated person of interest participated in an EM program post-release, as well as 13 victim support staff. Thematic analysis revealed seven themes: (1) Safety and validation, (2) Initial anxiety, (3) Minimal intrusion on daily life, (4) Psychological relief and feelings of safety, (5) Freedom to engage in daily activities, (6) Post-EM concerns for safety, and (7) An effective deterrent for some, but not for all. Overall, the experiences reported by victims and support staff were positive and evident of victim-centricity. The main defining experience of the DVEM program for victims was improved feelings of safety during the program and increased autonomy and confidence in going about their daily activities. However, there is an urgent need to consider post-EM safety of victims.

本研究调查了参与双边电子监控 (EM) 计划的家庭暴力 (DV) 受害者的经历。对 6 名受害者以及 13 名受害者支持人员进行了半结构化访谈，他们的相关人员在释放后参加了 EM 计划。主题分析揭示了七个主题：(1) 安全性和有效性，(2) 最初的焦虑，(3) 对日常生活的干扰最小，(4) 心理缓解和安全感，(5) 自由参与日常活动，(6 ) 后 EM 对安全的担忧，以及 (7) 对某些人（但不是所有人）有效的威慑。总体而言，受害者和支持人员报告的经历是积极的，并且明显以受害者为中心。DVEM 计划对受害者的主要决定性体验是在计划期间提高了安全感，并增强了开展日常活动的自主性和信心。然而，迫切需要考虑受害者术后安全。