It’s impossible to separate reactions to Yassmin’s post from her public identity as a young woman of colour, a Muslim, and the combination of those selves in a person who passionately defends Islam when we are indoctrinated to fear and hate it above all else. And it would be naive to the point of delusional...
Cosby has not been charged with having sex, he’s charged with three counts of felony aggravated indecent assault. Sex and sexual assault are not the same thing. When the media confuse the terms in headlines, they confuse the meaning of them in public perception. Sex is consenting activity between adults. Sexual assault, rape and indecent assault are all...
I’ve heard so many survivor stories, but I’ve never had a more difficult time staying calm and professional than I did with this one. “My dad hated animals. He used to kick our dog and tell us we had to get rid of him, but now he’s gone our dog is safe too.” Anna’s story...
The allegations are not proven, but they are not allegations of a “sexual relationship”. The accused is 69 years old, the alleged victim is 15. “Relationship” implies voluntary participation from both sides. If the allegations are proven it was not a “relationship”, it was abuse. 1800 RESPECT Sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling and...