War rape

In the article entitle “Rape, Rape Culture and the Problem of Patriarchy,” Robert Jensen discussed two key questions regarding of those people who are not only aware of rape but would like to end men’s violence against woman. Do we live in a rape culture, or is rape perpetuated by a relatively small number of predatory men? Is rape a clearly definable crime, or are there gray areas in sexual encounters that defy easy categorization as either consensual or non-consensual? Furthermore, Jensen…

In todays society rape acts can be committed by anyone parents, extended relatives, lawyers, doctors, even law officials cops. In Chapter 26 of Alder and Alder the book provides many great examples about rapists and their motives. Rapists are viewed as people who suffer from an "irresistible impulse" and "disease of the mind" which allow them to commit such acts. Being raped is seen as a psycho-pathologic problem and individuals who partake in rape activities are viewed by society as "sick" or…

find themselves with hazy memories of drunken sex that they would likely not have consented to had they been sober. Events such as these are even regularly depicted in television programs and movies. This refers to rape culture, defined by Emilie Buchwald, author of Transforming a Rape Culture, as “a complex set of beliefs that encourage male sexual aggression and supports violence against women.” It is the notion that sexual violence is just something that happens; that it is just the way that…

We have a real problem in society where rape is normalized and constantly excused by media. We glamorize sexual violence, society constantly objectifies women and their bodies. By allowing society to create a rape culture we build a society where women’s rights and safety are violated everyday. Women limit themselves because of fear of being assaulted in any way. There is constant backlash towards the victim instead of support towards the victim and conviction of the perpetrator. The result of…

In the United States alone, an attempted rape or rape occurs every five minutes (“Rape Culture, Victim Blaming, and The Facts”). In a poll of one thousand adults, a shocking 54% blame the victim (“Rape? It’s the Fault of Victim’s, say 50% of Women”). Rape is tragically a common occurrence around the world and it can happen to anyone, anywhere, at any time and there is no way to ever predict who the victim will be. People have different opinions on the topic and most are squeamish to discuss it.…

Why is there so much rape in Ancient Greek Mythology? The answer is complex, but not beyond understanding. The gods in particular are primarily responsible for committing this crime in a variety of these stories. There are a plethora of reasons as to why rape in Ancient Greek Mythology is portrayed as common and even acceptable. To begin with, the nature of rape in these stories is likely a consequence of Greek rape culture, which includes a focus on masculinity, power, passion, and the…

Despite numerous efforts by various contingents, rape culture has maintained its place in the status quo. Rape culture refers to the collective ignorance, disparagement, normalization and comedic trivialization of sexual violence by society. Perhaps stemming from a history of patriarchal dominance as well as anti-feministic and misogynistic view of women as instruments of pleasure for the opposite sex. Unfortunately, this stagnancy in the curtailment or even eradication of this culture can be…

Experiences of rape, torture, and murder are some of the few examples of social grievances. Why do women have to go through all the pain. In These experiences affect everyone directly or indirectly. It is important for these experiences to be accepted as public suffering…

Fizza and Gaziya’s presentation on violence against women in contemporary India provided an extensive look at the various forms that violence against women take place. These forms included rape, female infanticide, female foeticide, acid throwing, dowry deaths and some forms of sexual violence. In doing so, the group looked at some of the changing perceptions to these forms of violence in India and how these have been reflected in India’s Penal Code through amendments. They also provided many…

This article is based on an interview between a young women named Regan who encountered sexual assult and Raychelle. Regan is now a successful real estate agent and a volunteer rape crisis counselor. Regan has spoken at numerous events on rape and the healing process. Regan and her roommate were raped by a serial rapist, she uses the strength and confidence she found in coping with this traumatic event to help other women who have gone through a similar terrifying…