Luis Rubiales’ non-consensual kiss of Spanish soccer star Jenni Hermoso is far from an isolated incident – new research shows gender-based violence is still highly prevalent in sport.
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Documenting Spain’s #metoo moment, the film articulates women’s fury at the deeply entrenched sexism and misogyny that permeates Spanish society and culture.
The 1994 Rwanda genocide has left lasting scars. Children born of sexual violence and mothers have shown immense strength in overcoming their histories of violence.
Survivors of gender-based abuse can often feel retraumatized by the justice system. But simple acts of validation and support can make a meaningful difference and restore a sense of agency.
Affirmative consent involves a ‘yes’ rather than the absence of a ‘no’.
Before Donald Trump delivers any amount of monetary damages to E. Jean Carroll, he could engage in a long appeals process.
The inquiry into justice responses to sexual violence is taking a holistic approach, which is a welcome step in the right direction. But there’s still elements missing from the terms of reference.
It’s time we stop treating young people’s experiences in digital and physical spaces as distinct and mutually exclusive.
Students’ calls for change led most provinces to adopt sexual violence policies, but those policies have been inconsistent across the country.
Sexual violence can be used as a weapon of war. Hamas’ use of sexual violence was likely meant to show its power over Israeli women and girls and to humiliate Israeli men and Israel’s military.
Too often, sexual violence from an intimate partner is not taken seriously. New research shows the impact this can have on victim survivors, and how it can be redressed.
Rape myths and unconscious biases often see juries and police officers disbelieve women who come forward with accusations of sexual assault.
I’ve researched women’s experience of the UK comedy circuit for ten years – this is what I’ve learned.
Rape myths dominate international media coverage of internal military sexual violence.
Faculty and university staff are embedding training to prevent gender-based and sexual violence into curricular goals of both arts and STEM classes.
The Indian prime minister’s rhetoric strayed a long way from reality.
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has not faced official investigation or prosecution over his role in Operation Gukurahundi – 40 years on.
Civilian protection payment is not a sustainable self-protection strategy in north-west Nigeria.
Agriculture is one of the most dangerous industries in the US, with workers exposed to vehicles, chemicals and heavy equipment. Women working on farms face another risk: sexual assault.
Two recent incidents involving gang rape and murder have highlighted the problems of sexual violence against women in India.
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