Rape culture in Côte d’Ivoire can shift if survivors get support to speak without blame and shame
OPEN 4th December 2021
OPINION: The high-profile case of a TV presenter fined for ‘rape apology’ and ‘offences against decency’ in Côte d’Ivoire has put fears over rape culture in the country back under the spotlight; but University of Bristol Senior Lecturer Dr Peace A. Medie believes that while there are still challenges around support for victims, women’s rights and the policing response, there are also reasons for hope moving forwards.