Even in a society where many of us would agree that violence against women is wrong , we hold strong patriarchal values where males are seen as more dominant and privileged than women . Rihanna is collaborating with Chris Brown , who assaulted her five years ago . Lyndal Khaw : Rihanna is being judged unfairly for collaborating with her abusive former partner . She says domestic violence is a vicious cycle ; managing an abusive relationship can be difficult . Khaw : How about holding Brown accountable instead of criticizing Rihanna ?
Rihanna is collaborating with Chris Brown , who assaulted her five years ago . Lyndal Khaw : Rihanna is being judged unfairly for collaborating with her abusive former partner . She says domestic violence is a vicious cycle ; managing an abusive relationship can be difficult . Khaw : How about holding Brown accountable instead of criticizing Rihanna ?