It is very rare that I am shocked, but a recent story coming from the Emerald Isle really has upset me and left me horrified in equal measure. Continue reading #ThisIsNotConsent – Protests Now Sweeping The Nation
Tag Archives: rape
Laura Lee Sexual Assault Investigation to Reopen
Irish police have reopened an investigation into a sexual assault complaint made by the late sex worker advocate, and our friend, Laura Lee. Continue reading Laura Lee Sexual Assault Investigation to Reopen
Germaine Greer – ‘Rape Should Get You Community Service’ – Is She Right?
I was messing around on Twitter on Thursday before I started work. I would like to say it was to find good content, but in all honesty I was checking to see whether Nabil Fekir had signed for Liverpool yet. However, when I saw Germaine Greer trending I realised something controversial was happening, and like a car crash on the other side of the road, I couldn’t look away. Continue reading Germaine Greer – ‘Rape Should Get You Community Service’ – Is She Right?
Does Making Buying Sex Illegal Increase Rape Threat?
We have had a lot to say about the criminalising of buying sex in Ireland. We have been clear that it makes things more dangerous for sex workers, and there is no need to go over those old arguments again. However, former British brothel owner Vivien Ella Walden, 68 says there could be another side effect, with a possible increase in rape and other sex crime. Continue reading Does Making Buying Sex Illegal Increase Rape Threat?
Columnist Claims Sex Workers Can’t Be Raped!
That title is probably enough to leave you feeling angry, and I would love to tell you that it has all been a misunderstanding… but unfortunately I can’t. There is actually a columnist for the Chicago Sun-Times who genuinely believes that sex workers can’t be raped as it should really be classed as “theft”. Continue reading Columnist Claims Sex Workers Can’t Be Raped!
Did Chrissie Hynde Really Blame Rape Victims?
Let’s make one thing clear – rape is a disgusting thing. When it comes to sex, everyone has the right to say whether they want it or not, and if they say anything but yes, they also have the right to be heard and listened to. If consent is not expressly given, it should not happen. Continue reading Did Chrissie Hynde Really Blame Rape Victims?
Woman Needs To Pass Purity Test After Rape
In one of the more horrific stories I have heard for a while, and Indian rape survivor is going to have to balance an 88lb stone on her head to prove she is “pure” before she is allowed to move back into the home she shares with her husband. Continue reading Woman Needs To Pass Purity Test After Rape
Pre-Marital Sex ‘Leads to Rape, Prostitution and Drug Abuse’
I have to say, I have always wanted women to stay safe. I hate my girlfriend walking home on her own at night so I pick her up. As soon as my daughter is old enough, she will be taught the virtues of safe sex (her mother can do the intimate stuff) Still, there are just some people who take it way too far, and use it to push a political agenda. Continue reading Pre-Marital Sex ‘Leads to Rape, Prostitution and Drug Abuse’
Dublin Man Convicted of Prolonged Sexual Assault
I usually like to keep the blog quite fun. I want to help make it a place where people come to get away from the stresses of day to day life. Continue reading Dublin Man Convicted of Prolonged Sexual Assault