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International Women’s Day 2022 – Alison’s story

Discussion over the growing need to increase consideration for young victims of sexual abuse

A young person sitting on a couch, hugging their knees.

This International Women’s Day we are sharing Alison’s story.

Alison was the victim of a rape at a party aged 15. In her voice recording, she talks about how more consideration is needed for victims of sexual attacks who are under the age of 16, and may be unable to make decisions without parental consent.

Alison's story #IWD22

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