Research Suggests Violence Against Women in Sport is Endemic:
Former Spanish football federation chief may face significant consequences for his non-consensual kiss of Spanish soccer star Hermoso.

But this is not the norm for perpetrators of GBV in sport.
phys.org/news/2024-04-p…

Justice Dept. Settles with Larry Nassar Victims for $138.7 Million:
Once well respected in elite gymnastics circles for his association with Team USA, Nassar committed hundreds of alleged assaults over the years, often under the guise of medical treatment.
washingtonpost.com/sports/olympic…

This morning, we gathered in Flushing and joined the rally against sexual assault. We stand with survivors and uplift the voices of survivors.

A congressional committee criticized the CIA's handling of sexual misconduct allegations, saying victims were deterred from coming forward and were aware of “little to no accountability or punishment for the perpetrators of the assaults or harassment.”
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Trevor Bauer Accuser May Have Been a Fraud. But Most Reports of Sexual Violence Are Real:
Faking a sexual assault does happen. But it's uncommon for people to make up allegations of rape or sexual violence. 2%-10% of rape cases involve false allegations.
usatoday.com/story/opinion/…

‘Denim Day’ March for Sexual Violence Awareness to be Held in Brooklyn & Rally in Foley Square:
This is NYC's 25th year honoring Denim Day! Alliance staff is joining a host of anti-violence programs and youth NOW for the march and rally. Learn more! ⬇️
pix11.com/news/morning/d…

As April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, join us tomorrow morning as we rally against sexual assault and uplift the voices of survivors.

We're excited for this afternoon!!

The ‘WTF Is Happening’ Guide to the Supreme Court’s 2nd Abortion Case:
'In Moyle v. United States, Idaho argues that its abortion ban takes precedence over a federal law establishing a right for all people to receive emergency care, including abortion.'
jezebel.com/the-wtf-is-hap…

Council Members Celebrate Opening of New Brooklyn Trauma Recovery Center:
The centers can help stop cycles of crime in underserved communities but most affected by violence, including gun violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and more.
council.nyc.gov/press/2024/04/…

Queens DA Melinda Katz discusses Sexual Assault Awareness Month:
Queens DA Melinda Katz talked about a recent case of a doctor, who was charged multiple times in sexually assaulting his patients. The DA also explained how the Special Victims Bureau works.
ny1.com/nyc/all-boroug…

Books About Sexual Assault Aren’t Pornographic. Schools are Banning Them as ‘Obscene’ Anyway:
'A new trend is emerging in book banning: School officials are pulling works about sexual violence from library shelves, often by labeling them “obscene.”
19thnews.org/2024/04/books-…

Many advocates, one strong voice.

The Survivor Justice Coalition held a powerful press conference in Albany, urging for the passage of the #SurvivorJusticeAgenda . Together, we are dedicated to ending childhood sexual abuse and ensuring justice for survivors.

A Hidden Sexual Assault Scandal at the New York Philharmonic:
Two musicians were fired for sexual misconduct. Why are they back with the orchestra?
Read about one woman's horrific experience with these two men. Why are they not being held accountable?
vulture.com/article/new-yo…

Dozens of Teenagers Gather for Annual NYC Teen Dating Violence Awareness Walk:
“Nobody actually talks about it. It's always talking about DV but not specifically in teenagers which is extremely violent, not online but in person,” said 17-year-old Haylee.
yahoo.com/news/dozens-te…

‘Not a Pretty Picture,’ The Movie That Took on Rape Culture 50 Years Ago:
'It not only continues to be a pioneering film when it comes to cinematographic representation of rape culture and consent but also in chilling dialogue with our present moment.'
english.elpais.com/culture/2024-0…

Teen Girls Confront an Epidemic of Deepfake Nudes in Schools:
'Using artificial intelligence, middle and high school students have fabricated explicit images of female classmates and shared the doctored pictures.'
nytimes.com/2024/04/08/tec…

Quick 🧵 on the need for #HousingJustice in this budget. Survivors, RHY, & fellow NYers NEED our state leaders to act on housing. That means funding for #HAVP and #NYSSHP . That means #GoodCause . And that means no rollbacks on tenant protections and rent stabilization.