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Gender discrimination and sexism in the legal system
Gender discrimination and sexism in the legal systemGender discrimination and sexism are still rife in British law, despite the huge strides towards equality that have been made in recent years. This is particularly true when it comes to the rights of women, who are often seen as second-class citizens with…
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Victim Blaming in the Family Courts
Victim Blaming in the Family CourtsThe Problem With Victim Blaming in the UK Family Courts
We are dismayed and appalled to witness the prevalence of victim blaming in the UK family courts. It is a form of injustice and discrimination that has been perpetuated for decades, with little attention…
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CEDAW and the Istanbul Convention: At Last
CEDAW and the Istanbul Convention: At LastWe live in a world where 70% of women (16 million) have experienced some form of gender-based violence since the age of 15. Whether it be psychological abuse or physical assault, male violence against women and…
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Sexual Exploitation for rent is modern slavery
Sexual Exploitation for rent is modern slaveryHaving a home is a basic human right. However, every day millions of people live in desperate fear of being stripped of that right especially during a cost of living crisis. Shelter found that 59,000 women were targeted…
