Shocking Tourist Assault in Vancouver Sparks Urgent Debate on Hidden Epidemic of Gender-Based Violence
Misogyny is so deeply rooted in our system and it fuels these types of attacks
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“Men and boys, both children and teenagers, can also [be] victims of such violence, often perpetrated by other men and also by some women and girls,” she added.
In cases of r–pe, Leonara also debunked the misconception that s–xual gratification is the only motivator for male-perpetrated violence, saying, “Ultimately, it has to do with male power, domination, and sense of entitlement in access to female bodies, which are at the root of misogynistic practices.”
At the end of the day, asking for help is never easy. But Leonara has offered a few solutions for any victims of these kinds of attacks — because even with more conversation and safety measures implemented in certain cities and countries, these incidents still seem to continue.
For those able to help, whether that responsibility falls on authorities or a friend who has the power to tell police, it’s important to make sure victims don’t feel any shame, denial, or trauma when discussing what happened.
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“Although there is increased awareness and sensitivity to the needs of victims of gender-based violence, there are still members of the police, judicial, legal, and health professionals who lack sensitivity in dealing with such cases, thus frustrating many investigations and prosecution of such cases,” Leonara said.
According to statistics in North America, gender-based violence is sadly on the rise, with intimate partner violence taking the top spot.
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