France has just witnessed a groundbreaking trial. The Pelicot case has rocked the nation, shining a light on the deep-seated issue of sexual violence against women. At the heart of this trial are 51 men, ranging in age from 26 to 74, who worked in various fields like nursing, the military, and journalism. They believed that the consent of one man, Dominique Pelicot, ...
Keep it simple, yet important—that's the mission of KatakLarita, an innovative program that's empowering deaf children with crucial sexual safety knowledge. This isn't your typical classroom lesson. KatakLarita is all about including everyone, even those who communicate through sign language. With this new approach, deaf kids are shown animations and stories that kee...
Sexual violence is a serious issue that affects people greatly. Let's look at how it is being studied and tackled from different angles. First, let's talk about individual experiences. Researchers are finding out how common sexual violence is, what it does to a person's mental health, and how to help them recover. They have come up with useful ways to check if someo...
Imagine being in a place where you should feel safe and cared for, but instead, you experience something horrifying. This is the reality for many patients who sadly face sexual violence in healthcare settings. It's a problem that's been lurking in the shadows for too long, and we can't afford to ignore it any longer. Why is this happening in places dedicated to heal...
In a significant move, the U.S. Department of Justice is injecting much-needed funds into South Carolina non-profits that support individuals affected by sexual violence. This decision comes on the heels of a substantial decline in federal aid earlier this year. One such organization, Pathways to Healing, is breathing a sigh of relief as it prepares to continue offer...
The notion that racial justice and the pursuit of justice for survivors of sexual violence are disconnected is a misconception. The reality is that these two struggles are deeply intertwined. Tarana Burke, founder of the #MeToo movement, highlighted this connection at a recent get-out-the-vote event in Atlanta. "Sexual violence is a form of violence that plagues our ...
South Carolina's Department of Public Health has been awarded a $925,389 grant from the United States Department of Justice's Office on Violence Against Women to support sexual assault survivors. The grant will cover two years and aims to provide services to those affected by sexual assault, increase awareness about sexual violence in underserved communities, and sup...