In a recent report, the Aargau cantonal police revealed they respond to domestic violence calls about seven times daily, totaling 2,500 interventions per year. Recent incidents during the holiday season highlighted the ongoing challenges in addressing domestic violence. While many…
Several women have reported inadequate police investigations into non-contact sexual offences, including video calls with indecent exposure. Victims, relying on online platforms for support, express frustration over the police’s lack of action, particularly in cases involving obscene calls and troubling…
An Garda Síochána reported a 9% rise in domestic violence-related contacts in 2024, totaling over 61,000. This increase, revealed by the Garda National Protective Services Bureau, coincides with the introduction of new laws on non-fatal strangulation and stalking, leading to…
Jérôme Moreau, spokesperson for France Victimes, discusses the recent conclusion of the trial involving 51 defendants for sexual assaults in Mazan, highlighting the resilience of Gisèle Pelicot. While acknowledging the profound impact on victims, Moreau emphasizes the importance of public…
Agota Lavoyer, an expert in sexualized violence, discusses the systematic approaches of perpetrators of child sexual abuse and the significant impact of such experiences on victims. With alarming statistics showing that one in seven children in Switzerland falls victim to…
The ongoing trial involving Dominique Pelicot and multiple accused of rape has led to a spike in calls to a newly established hotline for victims of drug-facilitated crime. Experts are addressing the concerns of both victims like Gisèle Pelicot and…
In the wake of the historic rape trials in Mazan, seven women aged 24 to 74 share their profound reactions and personal experiences related to sexual violence. Their testimonies reveal a collective journey of healing and empowerment inspired by the…
A woman stalked by her driving instructor is advocating for better protection for learner drivers after her experience with Ashley Watson, who received a suspended prison sentence and restraining order for stalking. Recent reports reveal over 500 complaints of inappropriate…
A woman in Gloucestershire has shared her harrowing experience of being stalked by her driving instructor, Ashley Watson, who received a suspended prison sentence for his actions. This incident, along with a Freedom of Information request revealing over 500 complaints…
A recent audit report revealed 63 cases of sexual violence within the Paris Foreign Missions (MEP) since 1950, involving 46 priests. The report, commissioned by MEP, notes that the actual number of victims may be higher. The majority of victims…
Cristina and her team from Spain’s Guardia Civil are on the front lines of combating sex trafficking, offering holistic care and long-term support to survivors like ‘Victoria.’ The article details Victoria’s harrowing journey from abuse to recovery, highlighting the importance…
David John Andrews, a 55-year-old sex offender, has been sentenced to 27 years in prison after pleading guilty to 130 charges of sexual abuse involving 47 victims, predominantly children. The case highlights the severe emotional and psychological impact on victims,…
