Posts Tagged ‘Sexual Assault’
Singer R. Kelly, already behind bars, ordered to pay victims
After being sentenced for racketeering and sexual assault, singer R Kelly has been ordered to pay restitution to his victims.
Read MoreDecades of misconduct allegations at LSU come under scrutiny in $50 million suit
Despite reporting several instances of racial abuse, Sharon Lewis’ superiors at LSU deny receiving any such reports, leading to this lawsuit.
Read MoreThe Double Struggles of June Jordan, Poet and Social Activist
Do you know June Jordan? If not, you should! In this exhibit you can read and hear the powerful poems of this amazing Jamaican-American activist, feminist, and mother.
Read MoreNews Police: Teacher had sex with student, knowingly exposed him to HIV
A former Louisiana high school teacher and track coach is accused of having sex with a student athlete and knowingly exposing him to HIV.
Read MoreWhy the Steubenville rape case should be a wake-up call for young black men
The recent convictions of two young men of sexual assault are more surprising than the fact the assault happened.
Read MoreRoom 4 Debate: Do Black Men Care Enough About Sexual Assault?
The way Black men talk about Black women may be indicative of a larger issue surrounding racialized sexism.
Read MoreRep. Gwen Moore recounts her own rape in defense of the Violence Against Women Act
The Wisconsin Congresswoman is not afraid to be candid when discussing policies related to sexual assault.
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