Sexual Violence Centre Cork: Change Slow Despite Calls To End Victim Blaming
Hundreds turned out for a demonstration in the city last year after a 17-year-old girl's underwear was used as part of evidence in a courtcase in Cork to question her accusation of rape against a 27-year-old man.
However the organisation say victims of sexual assault that are presenting at the centre are still blaming themselves.
Speaking to RedFM News Mary Crilly of Cork Sexual Violence Centre says change is needed:
If you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this conversation the number the Sexual Violence Centre Cork is 1800 496 496
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