Rape culture, poor knowledge of law hampering fight against sex violence

Wintress White speaking at the forum (SASOD photo)

Participants at a joint forum on the Use of Sexual Violence in Gross Human Rights Violations said that steps must be taken to address the rape culture in Guyana.

They also said that police and other services providers must be educated on the laws regarding sexual offences and provided with sensitivity training to respond to survivors of sexual assault, particularly among vulnerable groups.

The forum was organized by SASOD, Red Thread, Help and Shelter and the Colwyn Harding Support Group on Sunday to commemorate the International Day for the Right to Truth Concerning Gross Human Rights Violations and for the Dignity of Victims. It aimed to raise awareness about the scourge of