Husbands Decades-Long Rape Scheme Exposed
#ViolenceAgainstWomen #SurvivorStoryGisele Pelicot recounts learning her husband drugged and invited over 50 men to rape her while unconscious. Her story, shared in a new book, makes her a global icon against sexual violence, emphasizing perpetrators, not victims, should feel shame. read more
Italian Man Sentenced to Life for Ex-Girlfriend's Murder
#Italy #ViolenceAgainstWomenItalian man, Filippo Turetta, receives a life sentence for murdering his ex-girlfriend Giulia Checchettin, stabbing her over 70 times in northern Italy. The case sparked national outrage over violence against women, with 96 women killed in Italy this year. read more
"The Shocking Rise of Male Violence Against Women in UK"
#Femicide #ViolenceAgainstWomenThe summer in the UK has been marked by numerous cases of men killing women and girls, prompting shock and recognition. The trend of femicide is concerning, with incidents like crossbow killings and stabbings highlighting the urgent need for societal change. read more
The Deadly Link: Prostitution, Violence, and Women's Safety
#ViolenceAgainstWomen #ProstitutionSafetyProstitution is a dangerous industry putting women at risk of violence. The UK must prioritize punishing the men who pay for sex rather than vilifying the women involved. Femicide figures show the dangers faced, highlighting the need for stronger legislation read more
#SeanCombs #ViolenceAgainstWomen
In a 2016 Los Angeles hotel hallway, security video reveals Sean 'Diddy' Combs appearing to assault singer Cassie, fueling public allegations of violence against the hip-hop mogul. read more
#ViolenceAgainstWomen #PreventionStrategies
"Frontline workers report increasing severity in sexual violence and coercive control cases," writes Jess Hill. A national prevention strategy focusing on changing harmful gender norms is deemed inadequate, urging for accountability, recovery, industry regulation, and structural improvements. read more