victim blaming
New Zealand Solo Traveler's Response to Harassment in Sri Lanka: Addressing Victim-Blaming and Promoting Safe Travel for Women
Nov 20, 2025 02:54 pm CST
A New Zealand solo traveler named Molly shares her experience after facing sexual harassment in Sri Lanka and addresses the unexpected victim-blaming that followed her viral video. Despite the incident, she praises Sri Lankan authorities for their swift response and emphasizes that one negative encounter shouldn't define an entire country or discourage women from traveling independently.
Australian Women Cricketers Molested in Indore: Minister Vijayvargiya's Controversial Victim-Blaming Comments Spark Outrage
Oct 27, 2025 12:27 am CST
During the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 in India, two Australian cricketers were allegedly molested in Indore, leading to the arrest of a local offender. The incident gained additional controversy when MP Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya suggested the players should have informed authorities before going out, sparking accusations of victim-blaming. This follows a pattern of controversial statements from the minister regarding women's behavior and clothing.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee Questions Durgapur Rape Survivor's Late-Night Campus Exit, Sparks Controversy
Oct 12, 2025 06:06 pm CST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee faces criticism for questioning how a 23-year-old MBBS student who was gang-raped in Durgapur left her private medical college campus at night. The BJP has accused Banerjee of victim-blaming while the victim's father plans to relocate her to Odisha citing safety concerns. Three suspects have been arrested as authorities from both states respond to the incident.