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UNICEF says 12 million at risk of sexual violence as Sudan crisis deepens

The war in Sudan has led to an alarming rise in sexual violence, affecting millions of children and families, amid a humanitarian crisis.

1 week ago

UK news

More than 480 civilians killed in Sudan's North Darfur over two weeks: UN

Sudan's North Darfur is facing severe violence, with civilian casualties and widespread sexual violence reported amidst ongoing conflict.

Russo-Ukrainian War

UNICEF says 12 million at risk of sexual violence as Sudan crisis deepens

The war in Sudan has led to an alarming rise in sexual violence, affecting millions of children and families, amid a humanitarian crisis.

1 week ago

UK news

More than 480 civilians killed in Sudan's North Darfur over two weeks: UN

Sudan's North Darfur is facing severe violence, with civilian casualties and widespread sexual violence reported amidst ongoing conflict.

more#sudan

UK news

2 weeks ago

Civil case against influencer Andrew Tate is first of its kind, UK judge told

Andrew Tate faces civil allegations of sexual violence and coercive control, setting a legal precedent in the UK.

#advocacy

Social justice

fromLos Angeles Times

2 weeks ago

Commentary: California's first partner has a plan to fix the epidemic of violence against women

Sexual violence is a pervasive issue affecting one in five American women, highlighting a societal crisis that needs urgent attention.

NYC LGBT

fromBoston.com

High school student group holds sexual violence vigil, calls for Cambridge councilor to resign

The Cambridge student group calls for Councilor Toner to resign amid allegations of sexual misconduct.

France news

Gisele Pelicot: Inside the rape trial that shocked the world

Gisele Pelicot's case highlights the courage of sexual abuse survivors, challenging societal shame and initiating broader discussions on rape culture.

Social justice

fromLos Angeles Times

2 weeks ago

Commentary: California's first partner has a plan to fix the epidemic of violence against women

Sexual violence is a pervasive issue affecting one in five American women, highlighting a societal crisis that needs urgent attention.

NYC LGBT

fromBoston.com

High school student group holds sexual violence vigil, calls for Cambridge councilor to resign

The Cambridge student group calls for Councilor Toner to resign amid allegations of sexual misconduct.

France news

Gisele Pelicot: Inside the rape trial that shocked the world

Gisele Pelicot's case highlights the courage of sexual abuse survivors, challenging societal shame and initiating broader discussions on rape culture.

more#advocacy

3 weeks ago

Sexual violence and harassment endemic' in French entertainment industry, report finds

The entertainment industry in France still harbors endemic sexual violence and harassment, despite the impact of the #MeToo movement.

France's Parliament Is Set to Debate Changing Rape Law to Include Consent

France is debating a bill to include consent in its definition of rape for the first time.

France news

Friday briefing: Will the Gisele Pelicot case finally change how we view violence against women?

Dominique Pelicot and accomplices sentenced for a decade of sexual abuse, reigniting discussions on consent and sexual violence.

fromwww.thelocal.fr

5 months ago

France politics

Inside France: A teetering French government and the heroism of Gisele Pelicot

Gisele Pelicot's trial is a catalyst for societal change in France regarding sexual consent and violence awareness.

fromThe Local France

3 weeks ago

France news

Four men charged in France 'libertine' gang rape case

A French magistrate charges four men linked to gang rapes over a decade involving coercion and torture in the swinging scene.

France's Parliament Is Set to Debate Changing Rape Law to Include Consent

France is debating a bill to include consent in its definition of rape for the first time.

France news

Friday briefing: Will the Gisele Pelicot case finally change how we view violence against women?

Dominique Pelicot and accomplices sentenced for a decade of sexual abuse, reigniting discussions on consent and sexual violence.

fromwww.thelocal.fr

5 months ago

France politics

Inside France: A teetering French government and the heroism of Gisele Pelicot

Gisele Pelicot's trial is a catalyst for societal change in France regarding sexual consent and violence awareness.

fromThe Local France

3 weeks ago

France news

Four men charged in France 'libertine' gang rape case

A French magistrate charges four men linked to gang rapes over a decade involving coercion and torture in the swinging scene.

more#consent

#public-safety

Germany news

fromThe Local Germany

Which types of crime are rising and falling in Germany?

Violent crime in Germany has risen, particularly sexual violence, while overall crime rates have decreased.

fromESPN.com

Miscellaneous

Man arrested, charged with stalking Fever's Clark

A Texas man was arrested for felony stalking after sending threats to Indiana Fever player Caitlin Clark via social media.

Germany news

fromThe Local Germany

Which types of crime are rising and falling in Germany?

Violent crime in Germany has risen, particularly sexual violence, while overall crime rates have decreased.

fromESPN.com

Miscellaneous

Man arrested, charged with stalking Fever's Clark

A Texas man was arrested for felony stalking after sending threats to Indiana Fever player Caitlin Clark via social media.

Drug-rape student - 23 more women make allegations

Zhenhao Zou, a Chinese PhD student, is accused of drugging and raping multiple women, prompting new allegations from more victims worldwide.

Mental health

fromwww.npr.org

It's time to rewrite the "trauma plot"

Rethinking trauma narratives can help create healthier discussions around sexual violence.

#child-protection

UK news

Women seeking asylum in UK allege sexual abuse in mixed-sex hotels

Women and girls in asylum seeking accommodations in Britain face serious risks of sexual violence and harassment.

fromeuronews

Scores of children raped by fighters in eastern DR Congo, UNICEF says

The conflict in eastern DRC is marked by unprecedented sexual violence against children, particularly as M23 rebels intensify their offensives.

UK news

Women seeking asylum in UK allege sexual abuse in mixed-sex hotels

Women and girls in asylum seeking accommodations in Britain face serious risks of sexual violence and harassment.

fromeuronews

Scores of children raped by fighters in eastern DR Congo, UNICEF says

The conflict in eastern DRC is marked by unprecedented sexual violence against children, particularly as M23 rebels intensify their offensives.

more#child-protection

Slowly, Ukrainian Women Are Beginning to Talk About Sexual Assault in the War

Survivors in Ukraine are bravely sharing their stories to raise awareness about sexual violence amid ongoing conflict.

fromSlate Magazine

Writing

What It's Like to Watch Your Sexual Assault Get Turned Into an Episode of Law & Order: SVU

The author's personal experience highlights the inadequacy of traditional safety lessons for women prior to the #MeToo movement.

fromNew York Post

Miscellaneous

Get biological men out of women's prisons - NOW!

Transgender inmate Christopher Scott Williams allegedly assaulted female cellmate Mozzy Clark after being transferred to a women's prison.

Women

Slowly, Ukrainian Women Are Beginning to Talk About Sexual Assault in the War

Survivors in Ukraine are bravely sharing their stories to raise awareness about sexual violence amid ongoing conflict.

fromSlate Magazine

Writing

What It's Like to Watch Your Sexual Assault Get Turned Into an Episode of Law & Order: SVU

The author's personal experience highlights the inadequacy of traditional safety lessons for women prior to the #MeToo movement.

fromNew York Post

Miscellaneous

Get biological men out of women's prisons - NOW!

Transgender inmate Christopher Scott Williams allegedly assaulted female cellmate Mozzy Clark after being transferred to a women's prison.

more#womens-rights

US news

Israeli attacks on women's healthcare in Gaza amount to genocidal acts', UN says

Israel's attacks on women's healthcare in Gaza are accused of genocidal intent, as per a UN report.

The Chat Room Behind the Pelicot Rape Trial

The Avignon mass-rape trial highlighted systemic issues surrounding sexual violence and the role of online platforms in such crimes.

France news

Cheers, chants and hope for change: supporters thank Gisele Pelicot for her bravery as rape trial ends

Gisele Pelicot's courage in waiving anonymity and facing her rapists has galvanized a global conversation on sexual violence and victim empowerment.

France politics

Opinion | Gisele Pelicot Has Changed France

Dominique Pelicot has been sentenced to 20 years for orchestrating the mass rape of his wife, Gisele Pelicot, highlighting a systemic issue in France regarding justice for sexual violence.

France politics

fromThe New Yorker

The Chat Room Behind the Pelicot Rape Trial

The Avignon mass-rape trial highlighted systemic issues surrounding sexual violence and the role of online platforms in such crimes.

France news

Cheers, chants and hope for change: supporters thank Gisele Pelicot for her bravery as rape trial ends

Gisele Pelicot's courage in waiving anonymity and facing her rapists has galvanized a global conversation on sexual violence and victim empowerment.

France politics

Opinion | Gisele Pelicot Has Changed France

Dominique Pelicot has been sentenced to 20 years for orchestrating the mass rape of his wife, Gisele Pelicot, highlighting a systemic issue in France regarding justice for sexual violence.

Gisele Pelicot Is Galvanizing a Movement for Survivors of Sexual Violence

Gisele Pelicot transformed her personal tragedy into a global anti-violence campaign, becoming an icon for sexual assault victims worldwide.

Miscellaneous

51 men convicted in rape trial that transfixed France

Gisele Pelicot's conviction to support victims and the fight against rape culture deepens after the conviction of 51 men for her assault.

Digital life

Gisele Pelicot's Testimony in France Rape Trial Becomes a Message of Hope

All 51 accused of raping Gisele Pelicot were convicted, marking a crucial victory in the fight against sexual violence in France.

Miscellaneous

Gisele Pelicot's convicted ex-husband won't appeal sentence DW 12/30/2024

Dominique Pelicot will not appeal his 20-year prison sentence for drugging and raping his wife, Gisele, over a nine-year period.

France politics

fromtime.com

Gisele Pelicot Is Galvanizing a Movement for Survivors of Sexual Violence

Gisele Pelicot transformed her personal tragedy into a global anti-violence campaign, becoming an icon for sexual assault victims worldwide.

51 men convicted in rape trial that transfixed France

Gisele Pelicot's conviction to support victims and the fight against rape culture deepens after the conviction of 51 men for her assault.

Digital life

Gisele Pelicot's Testimony in France Rape Trial Becomes a Message of Hope

All 51 accused of raping Gisele Pelicot were convicted, marking a crucial victory in the fight against sexual violence in France.

Miscellaneous

Gisele Pelicot's convicted ex-husband won't appeal sentence DW 12/30/2024

Dominique Pelicot will not appeal his 20-year prison sentence for drugging and raping his wife, Gisele, over a nine-year period.

more#gisele-pelicot

#m23-rebels

Hundreds of women raped and burned to death after Goma prison set on fire

The recent violence in Goma highlights the severe impact of armed conflict on women's safety, including attacks on female prisoners.

World politics

Sexual Violence Against Children Soars in Congo, U.N. Group Says

Sexual violence against children in eastern Congo has spiked dramatically amidst rising ethnic tensions and armed conflict.

Hundreds of women raped and burned to death after Goma prison set on fire

The recent violence in Goma highlights the severe impact of armed conflict on women's safety, including attacks on female prisoners.

World politics

Sexual Violence Against Children Soars in Congo, U.N. Group Says

Sexual violence against children in eastern Congo has spiked dramatically amidst rising ethnic tensions and armed conflict.

A Third DOGE Staffer's Racist and Misogynistic Online Footprint Comes to Light

A DOGE member's disturbing online activities revealed connections to extremism and lack of oversight in government.

I spent a year studying campus sexual violence. Here's what I found out

Universities often prioritize male perpetrators' education over female victims, undermining the seriousness of sexual violence complaints.

Writing

Gisele Pelicot has allowed us all to shout out loud: she did it, and we can do it. Gisele Pelicot is us | Judith Godreche

Gisele Pelicot's case highlights systemic injustices faced by sexual violence survivors and inspires collective action against patriarchal oppression.

fromNature

I spent a year studying campus sexual violence. Here's what I found out

Universities often prioritize male perpetrators' education over female victims, undermining the seriousness of sexual violence complaints.

Writing

Gisele Pelicot has allowed us all to shout out loud: she did it, and we can do it. Gisele Pelicot is us | Judith Godreche

Gisele Pelicot's case highlights systemic injustices faced by sexual violence survivors and inspires collective action against patriarchal oppression.

more#survivor-advocacy

Writing

The Pelicot trial revealed the banality of gender-based violence

The impact of the Pelicot rape trial is shifting women's perspectives on relationships with men, leading to discomfort and a reevaluation of social dynamics.

Women

Online dating's untold dangers

Online dating poses increasing dangers, particularly for women, highlighting the need for shared responsibility in user safety between individuals and platforms.

fromIrish Independent

Miscellaneous

Rory Gallagher, Armagh Miami trip and Kyle Hayes: GAA President Jarlath Burns' main talking points on Late Late Show interview

GAA President Jarlath Burns emphasized his commitment to the organization's values by advising caution regarding Rory Gallagher's appointment amidst serious concerns.

#rape-culture

Women

Abcarian: What sexual assault charges against Sean Combs and others reveal

Rape culture is a stark reality reinforced by recent high-profile scandals involving powerful men and the ongoing prevalence of misogyny.

Women

The Pelicot case: The psychology of a rapist DW 12/19/2024

Rape is a deeply distressing crime that affects victims severely, often leading to feelings of self-loathing and PTSD.

Rapists come from various backgrounds and demonstrate common traits like a lack of empathy and narcissism.

Women

Abcarian: What sexual assault charges against Sean Combs and others reveal

Rape culture is a stark reality reinforced by recent high-profile scandals involving powerful men and the ongoing prevalence of misogyny.

Women

The Pelicot case: The psychology of a rapist DW 12/19/2024

Rape is a deeply distressing crime that affects victims severely, often leading to feelings of self-loathing and PTSD.

Rapists come from various backgrounds and demonstrate common traits like a lack of empathy and narcissism.

more#rape-culture

Mr Everyman': Who are the 51 men who sexually abused Gisele Pelicot?

A group of 50 men participated in a decade-long rape campaign against Gisele Pelicot, orchestrated by her husband.

fromIrish Independent

Lawyer for woman raped by former rugby player Denis Coulson says conviction sends strong message

Coulson's 14-year prison sentence signifies a push against sexual violence in sports and the need for accountability in rugby.