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Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Hundreds of Children Are Among the Rape Victims of Sudan's War, U.N. Says

Hundreds of children in Sudan have been raped amidst ongoing civil conflict, with profound physical and psychological consequences reported.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

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.
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

More than 200 children, some as young as one, raped in Sudan, UNICEF says

Sexual violence, including rape, is used as a tactic of war in Sudan, affecting children severely.
Miscellaneous
fromeuronews
4 months ago

Fighters in Sudan's civil war raping girls as young as seven, HRW says

The RSF is accused of committing mass sexual atrocities during Sudan's civil war, targeting women and girls.
Human Rights Watch reports extensive sexual violence by RSF troops in South Kordofan.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days 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
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Hundreds of Children Are Among the Rape Victims of Sudan's War, U.N. Says

Hundreds of children in Sudan have been raped amidst ongoing civil conflict, with profound physical and psychological consequences reported.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

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.
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

More than 200 children, some as young as one, raped in Sudan, UNICEF says

Sexual violence, including rape, is used as a tactic of war in Sudan, affecting children severely.
Miscellaneous
fromeuronews
4 months ago

Fighters in Sudan's civil war raping girls as young as seven, HRW says

The RSF is accused of committing mass sexual atrocities during Sudan's civil war, targeting women and girls.
Human Rights Watch reports extensive sexual violence by RSF troops in South Kordofan.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days 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
fromwww.theguardian.com
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
3 weeks ago

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.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
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
3 weeks ago

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.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
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
#rape
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago
UK news

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.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

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.
more#rape
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
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.
#consent
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
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
4 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
2 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.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
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
4 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
2 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
fromESPN.com
3 months ago
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.
fromESPN.com
3 months ago
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.
more#public-safety
#child-marriage
Women
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 weeks ago

In Kenya, girls are sold into marriage to stave off starvation from drought

Climate change exacerbates child marriage and sexual violence in northern Marsabit, Kenya, as families face severe drought and seek survival through desperate measures.
Miscellaneous
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

They are girls, not mothers: Latin American women advocate against child pregnancy

Latin America and the Caribbean face a crisis with high rates of early childbirth among girls, often due to sexual violence.
Women
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 weeks ago

In Kenya, girls are sold into marriage to stave off starvation from drought

Climate change exacerbates child marriage and sexual violence in northern Marsabit, Kenya, as families face severe drought and seek survival through desperate measures.
Miscellaneous
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

They are girls, not mothers: Latin American women advocate against child pregnancy

Latin America and the Caribbean face a crisis with high rates of early childbirth among girls, often due to sexual violence.
more#child-marriage
#france
Paris food
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Thomas Adamson: Gerard Depardieu sex assault trial marks a reckoning for post-#MeToo France

Depardieu faces trial for sexual assault allegations, highlighting France's systemic issues with addressing violence by powerful individuals.
fromThe Local France
2 months ago
France politics

One accused, 299 victims: French surgeon on trial for sex assaults

The trial of Joel Le Scouarnec is poised to significantly impact perceptions of sexual violence in France due to the scale of allegations.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Digital life

Friday Briefing: 51 Men Convicted in French Rape Trial

Gisele Pelicot's trial transformed discussions around sexual violence in France and illuminated the struggles faced by survivors.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
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.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
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.
Paris food
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Thomas Adamson: Gerard Depardieu sex assault trial marks a reckoning for post-#MeToo France

Depardieu faces trial for sexual assault allegations, highlighting France's systemic issues with addressing violence by powerful individuals.
fromThe Local France
2 months ago
France politics

One accused, 299 victims: French surgeon on trial for sex assaults

The trial of Joel Le Scouarnec is poised to significantly impact perceptions of sexual violence in France due to the scale of allegations.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Digital life

Friday Briefing: 51 Men Convicted in French Rape Trial

Gisele Pelicot's trial transformed discussions around sexual violence in France and illuminated the struggles faced by survivors.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
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.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
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.
more#france
#justice
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

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.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
France news

Gisele Pelicot's son reveals the moment he discovered his father was a monster'

David Pelicot conveys deep resentment and sorrow towards his father, labeling him a monster after discovering the truth about his heinous crimes against his mother.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

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.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
France news

Gisele Pelicot's son reveals the moment he discovered his father was a monster'

David Pelicot conveys deep resentment and sorrow towards his father, labeling him a monster after discovering the truth about his heinous crimes against his mother.
more#justice
#child-protection
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

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.
Miscellaneous
fromeuronews
2 months ago

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
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

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.
Miscellaneous
fromeuronews
2 months ago

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
#womens-rights
Women
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

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
4 months ago
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
3 months ago
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
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

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
4 months ago
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
3 months ago
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
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

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.
#victim-advocacy
more#victim-advocacy
#gisele-pelicot
France politics
fromtime.com
2 months ago

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.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Digital life

Friday Briefing

Gisele Pelicot's trial has sparked essential conversations on sexual violence and showcased her bravery, solidifying her status as a feminist icon.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
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.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
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.
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago
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
2 months ago

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.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
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.
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago
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
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

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.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
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.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

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.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
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.
more#m23-rebels
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
2 months ago

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.
Miscellaneous
fromNature
2 months ago

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.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

A man stalked a professor for six years. Then he used AI chatbots to lure strangers to her home

A Massachusetts man will plead guilty to cyberstalking using AI chatbots to impersonate a professor, inviting men to her home for sex.
London
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

'Sexual predator' student accused of drugging and raping 10 women 'kept souvenirs'

A PhD student accused of raping unconscious women while filming his assaults, highlighting the issue of sexual violence against vulnerable individuals.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

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
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

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
3 months ago
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
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
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.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
France news

Judges in France are delivering verdicts in the Gisele Pelicot historic rape trial

The trial of Gisele Pelicot's abusers has sparked a national movement against sexual violence and highlighted issues surrounding rape culture in France.
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
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.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
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.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
France news

Judges in France are delivering verdicts in the Gisele Pelicot historic rape trial

The trial of Gisele Pelicot's abusers has sparked a national movement against sexual violence and highlighted issues surrounding rape culture in France.
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
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
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

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.
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

Women's right activists rally in France ahead of Gisele Pelicot's rape trial verdict

The Independent emphasizes the importance of ground-level reporting on critical issues, particularly reproductive rights and sexual violence.
Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Opinion | Sexual Violence in War Is Not Inevitable

Sexual violence in conflict remains a disturbing reality, with increasing cases that need urgent dialogue and intervention.
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