Sexual bullying among girls: We need to take it seriously
In an online petition launched by Chanel Contos in February, thousands of women have now disclosed instances of sexual harrassment and assault when at school parties. The petition's author was calling for sexual consent to be taught better, and earl.....»»
Don"t delay talking to girls about keeping safe online, says report
Research from Anglia Ruskin University's Policing Institute for the Eastern Region (PIER) shows that two-way communication, as well as careful monitoring, is the most effective way to prepare girls to handle online requests for indecent images......»»
Provincial policies on campus sexual violence are inconsistent across Canada, say researchers
Incidents of campus-based sexual violence and gender-based violence are not new. Though, in the past decade, there has been increased awareness and action from campus administrations in response to campus sexual violence......»»
Many survivors aren"t sure what to do after a sexual assault—here"s what you need to know
Millions of people have experienced sexual violence and abuse in England and Wales, but many do not know where to go, or who to turn to afterward. The shame felt by victims and survivors of sexual violence can be reinforced by the responses of family.....»»
Bullies in South African schools were often bullied themselves: Insights from an expert
"Pupil stabbed to death at Gauteng school had suffered history of bullying." "Grade 6 learner commits suicide after bullying." "Grade 11 learner takes her own life after taunts over her appearance.".....»»
Genetic variants underlying male bisexual behavior, risk-taking linked to more children, study suggests
Because same-sex sexual behavior does not result in offspring, evolutionary biologists have long wondered how the genes associated with this behavior have persisted in the human genome, and whether they will remain in the future......»»
Fired finance manager files federal whistleblower lawsuit against Chicago-area dealership
A fired finance manager who was assaulted by a co-worker on the job has alleged employees of a suburban Chicago dealership engaged in forgery, sexual harassment and other wrongdoing......»»
Women"s and girls" sports: More popular than you may think
The number of Americans who watch or follow girls' and women's sports goes well beyond those who view TV coverage of women's athletic events, a new study suggests......»»
The best shows on Hulu right now (January 2024)
The best shows on Hulu include the Disney+ original Percy Jackson and the Olympians, British comedy Such Brave Girls, and plenty more favorites......»»
Hamas used horrific sexual violence, raping and mutilating Israeli women and girls on October 7: NYT
Hamas used horrific sexual violence, raping and mutilating Israeli women and girls on October 7: NYT.....»»
Florida woman smashes man"s taillight after he refuses to pay her for "sexual favors," deputies say
Florida woman smashes man"s taillight after he refuses to pay her for "sexual favors," deputies say.....»»
Saying goodbye to the year we were girls together
Saying goodbye to the year of the 'Barbie' movie. 2023 was the year we were girls together, revisiting and reclaiming our girlhood through 'girl' trends and pink aesthetics. In 2023, a perfect, pink storm of events conspired to make this year o.....»»
"Saltburn" review: Sick, savage, and satisfying
With "Saltburn," Emerald Fennell's follow-up to "Promising Young Woman," the writer/director and star Barry Keoghan deliver a queer comedy that thrills and chills. Review. Now on Prime Video. Sexual desire can be a twisted thing, and Emerald.....»»
Employment commission sues Texas Nissan store over sexual harassment claims
The lawsuit cites three former female employees who say they were harassed by three different managers at the store......»»
New report outlines gaps in preparing young people to respond to tech-facilitated sexual harm
Schools and teachers play a critical role in equipping students with the skills to understand, respond to, and prevent sexual violence in safe and healthy ways. As the lines between the digital and physical world continue to blur, young people are re.....»»
Experts urge global action on child sex offenses
The global nature of child sexual exploitation and abuse demands it be treated as an international public health emergency, a landmark report suggests......»»
Child sex abuse images found in dataset training image generators, report says
Stable Diffusion 1.5 reportedly “tainted” by more than 1,000 child abuse images. Enlarge (credit: Aitor Diago | Moment) More than 1,000 known child sexual abuse materials (CSAM) were found in a large open dataset—k.....»»
The 18 best Netflix drama shows right now (December 2023)
The best Netflix drama shows include Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life, Call the Midwife, How To Get Away With Murder, Maid, and several others......»»
A locally grown solution for period poverty
A Kenyan tinkerer and Stanford engineer team up to make maxi pads from agave fibers. Enlarge / Sisal is an invasive species that is also grown agriculturally. (credit: Chris Hellier) Women and girls across much of the de.....»»
A better way of measuring homophily: Uncovering hidden mixing patterns in real-world networks.
It is likely that you have heard of the term "homophily" before. After all, the concept permeates all of our relationships, both in real-life and online—the way we make friends, the way we choose a sexual partner, who we follow on social media, or.....»»
Sexual orientation and earnings appear to be linked, patterns differ for NZ men and women
New Zealand has made substantial progress on promoting LGBTQ+ rights over the past 20 years, including legalizing same-sex civil unions in 2004, legalizing same-sex marriage in 2013, and banning conversion practices in 2022......»»