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Jun 12, 2014

PostEverything Publishes Response To Piece That Claimed Marriage Stops Abuse

JoJo responds to the response.

Jun 11, 2014

D.C. Coalition Against Domestic Violence Calls On Washington Post To Take Responsibility For ‘Dangerous’ Opinion Pieces

Others want George Will to be fired.

Jun 09, 2014

George Will Says Rape Victims Have ‘Coveted Status,’ Internet Responds With #SurvivorPrivilege

The column has prompted yet another painful and important hashtag, #SurvivorPrivilege.

Apr 25, 2014

Washington Times Columnist Likens Toll Lane Proposal To Rape

Collective Action for Safe Spaces said in an email they are “disappointed and alarmed” by the use of the word.

Apr 24, 2014

American University On Allegations In Disturbing Emails: ‘We Will Address Them Head On’

“An intense investigation is underway and will determine instances where evidence will support adjudication on campus or in coordination with law enforcement agencies,” Gail Short Hanson, Vice President of Campus Life, said.

Apr 23, 2014

Hundreds Call For American University To Expel Students Over Disturbing Emails

The emails allegedly sent by fraternity brothers discuss rape and are extremely sexist.

Mar 03, 2014

On Capitol Lawn, Quilts Bear The Stories Of Rape And Abuse Survivors

The display of the Monument Quilt, a project of the Baltimore-based activist group FORCE: Upsetting Rape Culture, was a first in D.C.

Feb 12, 2014

Quilt Featuring Rape Survivors’ Stories To Be Displayed On Capitol Lawn (UPDATE)

The display of the quilt, from 1 to 4 p.m., will be the first in D.C.

Jun 11, 2013

Group Hopes to Blanket National Mall With Quilt to ‘Promote Culture of Consent’

The group is trying to raise $25,000 for the quilt through Kickstarter.

 
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