Tag Archives: Violence and Abuse

Ethiopia: Condoning Crime Against Women

Gender equality is an issue that is afforded a significant amount of attention right now in Ethiopia. Many facets of public policy are designed to ensure the representation and benefit of women. For these reasons and many others, including the … read more »

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Zimabawe: If Violence Erupts in 2013 Elections

By Tapiwa Kapurura, zimeye.org The continually reported signs and predictions of looming violence statistics at grassroots level in Zimbabwe remain unsettling on the mind of any ordinary but concerned citizen. Many will recall 2008 as the most violent year in … read more »

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Egypt military accused of sexual assault

Cairo – Women detainees and rights groups have accused Egyptian troops and prison authorities of sexual assault in the latest crackdown on demonstrations. More than a dozen women were detained among some 300 protesters following a demonstration outside the Defence … read more »

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What way forward for African Protocol for Women’s Rights?

Marren Akatsa-Bukachi Ending gender-based violence will mean changing cultural concepts about masculinity. This includes recognition of the importance of active engagement of men and women at all levels, whether they are policy makers, parents, spouses or young boys and girls. … read more »

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Babysitter, 20, in court charged with having sex with boy, 14

A 20-year-old babysitter who was charged with having a sexual relationship with a 14-year-old boy she had been hired to look after appeared in court today. Loni Bouchard, of Clinton, Connecticut, was arrested after she was discovered having a sexual … read more »

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How to beat bullying

Bullies, unfortunately, can be found everywhere. From the oversized kid who used to steal your lunch and give you wedgies to the popular girl who spread nasty rumours and the restaurant manager on a power-trip who made your life as … read more »

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Charges in sex assaults on young girls

A 47-year-old man from Nanaimo, B.C., was arrested Friday for allegedly sexually assaulting four girls between the ages of 7 and 14. Police allege Gary Alan McIntyre sexually assaulted the girls over the past 18 months while they were at … read more »

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Wife-Beaters: Are They Provoked By Women?

I am sure that most of you have heard of the name O. J. Simpson. Juice, as he was affectionately called by the media, rose to prominence playing American football. He was quite exceptional at this game. In various selections, … read more »

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