Indelible
By Tessa FlemmingThis latest poem by Tessa Flemming delves into the unforgettable nature of trauma and is inspired by Dr Christine Blasey Ford’s testimony against Brett Kavanaugh.
Domestic violence – Page 2
A long way to come for women’s rights in Indonesia and Australia
By Jack BrittonWhen a widespread problem defies national borders, what can neighbouring nations do to fulfil the rights of their people?
Privacy rights for sexual assault victims
By Julie ZhouIn Australia, victims of sexual assault in family law proceedings are left with no privilege over their counselling records.
Right Now’s WINDA Film Festival 2017 highlights
By Rachael Imam and Stephanie GriffinIndigenous voices from across the globe hit Sydney’s screens in the 2017 WINDA Film Festival. We review two films from the program that will make you think.
Friday Ghost
By Kelly WalkerWriter Kelly Walker draws insight from Stanford student Emily Doe and her 2015 encounter with Brock Turner.
Teaching gender identities in early childhood education and care
By Rebecca Simpson-Dal SantoGender-based bullying in schools show that gender diversity education is important not just for trans and gender-diverse children, but all children.
Capturing the stories of migrant victims of family violence
By Eve GallagherTo help migrant victims of family violence, attending police have to understand the real story.
Debunking myths around men’s behavioural change programs
Samantha Jones in conversation with Sophie Wiesner and David NugentSamantha Jones speaks to filmmaker Sophie Wiesner and men’s behavioural program facilitator David Nugent.
Explainer: Victoria’s Royal Commission into Family Violence
By Loren DaysThe Royal Commission into Family Violence is a key milestone to combat domestic violence in Victoria.
Translating services in limbo for domestic violence victims
By Zoya PatelIn Canberra, gradual changes to the National Translating and Interpreting Service risk compromising the safety of women from CALD backgrounds who experience domestic violence.
Julie McKay on quotas, the merit myth and preventing violence against women
Nina Gibson in conversation with Julie McKayRight Now speaks to Julie McKay, Executive Director of the Australian National Committee for UN Women, on critical gender issues facing Australia and the Pacific region.
In small places
By Emily MaguireIn Australia, a woman is killed by a former or current partner almost every week. Emily Maguire examines what we know about domestic violence and how to stop it.