Rape Culture
I'm Tired of Rape Survivors Having to Share Their Trauma Over and Over Again
This week, hundreds of thousands of survivors shared their stories, using the hashtag #MeToo, to illuminate the ubiquity of sexual violence. How many consciousness-raising campaigns do we need to do before we get actual support?
#MeToo, Deportations, and a Toy Gun: The VICE Morning Bulletin
Here's our morning guide to all the news you may have missed.
Indonesia's Police Chief Shows Exactly Why #MeToo Is So Important Here Too
Another day, another sign that rape culture is still a huge issue in Indonesia.
This Controversial Program Teaches Women to Spot 'Pre-Rape' Warning Signs
Professor Charlene Senn developed a research-backed method to help women defend themselves from attackers, but some detractors say the program puts the burden for sexual assault prevention on victims.
The Trouble With Saying 'Me Too'
Survivors are coming together yet again to shed light on high rates of sexual assault. They shouldn’t have to.
On Harvey Weinstein, and All the Powerful Men Just Like Him
As a Hollywood actress, I have a Harvey Weinstein story. And many stories of men just like him.
These Women Are the Guardian Angels of Vancouver’s Club District
Good Night Out Vancouver wants to make sure everyone’s puking and passed-out friends get home safe.
These Indian YouTubers Reshape Attitudes on Rape Culture With Satire
All India Bakchod—one of India's most popular groups of comedians—use their acidic humor to call out powerful systems of oppression.
This Young Woman Was Kicked Out of a Mall for Her Outfit
“I was absolutely humiliated. I’ve never felt more objectified in my life.”
Sexual Assault Activists Sound Off to Change Jamaica's Rape Culture
A tambourine seems like an unlikely tool for activism, but that’s exactly what it is for a Jamaica-based movement.
Gang Rape Trial Makes Toronto Cops Look Like a Bunch of Sexist Frat Boys
By their own admission, the three accused cops acted like sexist pigs.
What It Felt Like to Attend the Cosby Trial With Six of His Accusers
I spent 13 days at the Cosby trial with a group of women who say he drugged and sexually assaulted them—which made the eventual mistrial all the more painful.