vrouw uit rotterdam moet 250 gedwongen tatoeages verwijderen

2026-04-06 binnenland

Rotterdam, maandag, 6 april 2026.
Joke uit rotterdam draagt sinds haar tienerjaren 250 gedwongen tatoeages van haar ex-partner. Zijn naam, initialen en teksten als ‘eigendom van’ staan over haar hele lichaam. De stichting spijt van tattoo helpt haar kosteloos met laserbehandeling. De tatoeages zijn een blijvend teken van psychologisch geweld en controle. Joke is nu het gezicht van de crowdfundingcampagne ‘uit je hart, uit je huid’. Haar doel is eind 2026 volledig tatoeagevrij zijn. Haar verhaal brengt landelijke bewustwording over slachtoffers van dwangtatoeages.

a lasting mark of control

Joke, a 52-year-old woman from Rotterdam, lived for years under psychological pressure that resulted in 250 forced tattoos across her body [1]. Her former partner imposed these markings, including his name, initials, and phrases such as ‘eigendom van’ (property of), as acts of dominance and possession [1][2]. Many were placed on intimate areas like her breasts and buttocks, reinforcing a sense of ownership [1][3]. The tattoos were applied using a device purchased online, specifically through AliExpress, underscoring the calculated nature of the abuse [1][4]. For Joke, each image remains a daily reminder of trauma [1][5].

path to physical and emotional recovery

The removal process is both physically demanding and emotionally taxing. Laser treatments administered by Stichting Spijit van Tattoo aim to erase these symbols of coercion free of charge [1][3]. While some facial tattoos have already been removed, full clearance is expected by the end of 2026 [1][5]. Total costs for Joke’s treatment reach approximately €30,000, with half covered by main sponsor Tattoo No More [3][6]. A GoFundMe campaign titled ‘Uit je Hart, uit je Huid’ seeks to raise additional funds, having collected nearly €4,000 shortly after launch [3][6]. The foundation emphasizes that financial barriers often prevent survivors from accessing similar care [3][5].

raising awareness beyond one victim

Joke now serves as the public face of a broader initiative addressing non-consensual tattooing among women in abusive relationships [1][4]. According to Andy Han, spokesperson for Stichting Spijt van Tattoo, such cases reflect deeper patterns of manipulation and fear [1][5]. Though precise national statistics are unavailable, anecdotal evidence suggests numerous women endure comparable violations [1][3]. Currently, around 350 women await assistance, though tracking has since ceased due to overwhelming demand [2][5]. Support applications must come through professionals like psychologists or case managers to ensure legitimacy [2][3]. Han acknowledges limited capacity but stresses commitment to helping those most affected [2][5].

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gedwongen tatoeages Spijt van Tattoo