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Opinion: Racist stereotypes, rape culture lead to victim blaming in Atlanta shooting purpose

Mar. 22, 2021 8:00 am

Opinion: Racist stereotypes, rape culture lead to victim blaming in Atlanta shooting

“Temptation is a magical word. It can transform wrongdoers into victims, and predators into prey, all without the knowledge, consent, or participation of the object of desire," say guest columnists Lila Slovak and Monique Howard.
Home unsafe home purpose

Nov. 20, 2020 3:07 pm

Home unsafe home

An alarming drop in calls to the Philadelphia Domestic Violence Hotline during the pandemic can be attributed to the difficulty victims, who are isolated and afraid, have had in reaching out for help when sheltering with their abusers.
Opinion: During the pandemic Philadelphia has been dealing with a silent epidemic of sexual violence purpose

Jul. 14, 2020 7:30 am

Opinion: During the pandemic Philadelphia has been dealing with a silent epidemic of sexual violence

"For many people, the coronavirus-related stay at home order has resulted in victims of sexual violence being quarantined with their abusers," says guest columnist Dr. Monique Howard.
That thing you do: What happened around Philly in April purpose

May 2, 2019 7:57 am

That thing you do: What happened around Philly in April

Nonprofits and mission-driven organizations across the city were busy making their presence felt this past month.
At long last, ROAR for Good’s Athena has launched results

Aug. 16, 2017 2:30 pm

At long last, ROAR for Good’s Athena has launched

The wearable tech aimed at reducing sexual assaults is finally out. Cofounder Anthony Gold offered the low-down on what changed about the product during development.
WOAR is lighting up Boathouse Row in teal for four days this month results

Apr. 4, 2017 11:06 am

WOAR is lighting up Boathouse Row in teal for four days this month

Women Organized Against Rape is doing it to increase awareness of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. It's pricey, though.