Scarlet Ladies

Debunking rape myths

Sexual assault immense level of trauma. Victims endure the immediate physical and mental trauma of the actual event as well as many ongoing psychological challenges. As if these challenges aren't enough, a strong and significant stigma of being raped persists. Victims must deal with added shame, arising from the stigma-laden reactions.

London Irish ARC

Domestic violence and abortion

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Abortion-seeking women* are more likely to have experienced partner violence than the general population. A recent English study found more than 1 in 3 abortion-seeking women* had experienced domestic violence.’