News that students living at Sydney Uni’s all-male St Paul’s College set up a “pro-rape” Facebook page doesn’t come as a shock to former college residents like Mary Gardiner — “rape culture” is endemic within the hallowed institutions.
Sexual abuse
Roman Polanski raped a child. Remember?
In the ongoing media circus surrounding film director Roman Polanski’s recent arrest, let’s not lose sight of one fundamental fact, says Kate Harding: he raped a child.
Your Say: Daily Mail readers' feedback: A fair and just society?
Crikey readers weigh in on whether Australia is a fair and just society and the continued storm of controversy around our dusty East Coast.
What the white balloon injunction meant to our local community
Just how powerful can a white balloon be? Let me tell you the story of our regional campaign in which a white balloon has become a rallying point for the community, writes Ilena Young.
Iranian Basij militia member tells of violence, rape and executions
An anonymous member of Iran’s Basij militia has told the Jerusalem Post of his role in suppressing protesters during the recent post-election riots, as well as acts of physical and sexual violence conducted by the paramilitary group.
Sport and sex: rogue players, predatory women and power
Why do sportspeople feature regularly in reports of sexual shenanigans? Social scientists explain.
Thousands victims of Irish church abuse
A new report from Dublin has found tens of thousands of Irish children were sexually and physically abused in religious schools and institutions from 1930 to 1990.
Are there female paedophiles?
Paedophiles are invariably thought of as men — and they mostly are. But do women commit sexual abuse against children?
Richard Neville: my school of hard Knox
When I attended Knox Grammar school half a century ago, assaults on children were almost a daily occurrence, writes Richard Neville.
S-x offending is a public health issue
The victims of s-x offenders are being exposed to greater harm because of our refusal as a society to move away from punitive measures and fear driven policy, writes Greg Barns.
Howard’s NT rescue plan is in serious trouble
When John Howard announced his Northern Territory Aboriginal rescue plan less than two weeks ago he believed he was on an election winner. But already this misconceived, ill-advised, policy-on-the-run project is in serious trouble.
