Rachel Almeida

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Terrifying poll results indicate the level of undisclosed & unreported sexual assault and rape — sadly this is not a surprise. It is vital that we educate young people about healthy relationships & consent. thesun.co.uk/news/17594626/…

Did you know that one in three women worldwide are subjected to #SexualAbuse in their life time? If you, or someone you know has experienced abuse or #SexualViolence, we can help. Contact us for support, any time. 📞 08 08 16 89 111 💻 victimsupport.org.uk/live-chat #ItsNotOk @WHO

📢We have extended our survey for #DomesticAbuse survivors in England + Wales until 11.59 on Feb 14th. It's time to have your say. We want to hear from all #DomesticAbuse victims aged over 16 who have experienced abuse over the last 3 years. Survey 👉 bit.ly/3dqONEG

But most cases of this sort of police misconduct are never investigated by the @IOPC_Help. Instead, they are looked into by officers in the same force. This isn't good enough. Officers must be investigated by a separate, independent force in order to avoid a conflict of interest.

Growing numbers of officers facing allegations of DA + sexual offences are being granted anonymity in misconduct hearings. This is worrying for victims – victims need to have confidence that police officers are trustworthy. @MayaOppenheim | @Independent independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-n…

Today @ukhomeoffice responded to my #SafetyBeforeStatus report into the plight of migrant survivors of #DomesticAbuse: some of the most vulnerable victims. I welcome Govt's commitment but considerable concerns remain + funding is urgent. My statement: bit.ly/3HJ9lWp

I called on Judiciary to tackle rape myths in rape trials in 2019’s London Rape Review so it’s welcome progress to see Judges’ directions being reviewed. The whole criminal justice system, from report to court, needs to shift focus onto offender’s behaviour, not the victims.

While I'm disappointed the gov't rejected our amendment, which provided victims protections from undue invasions of privacy, I am pleased that @SusanBaroness recognised the issue + committed gov't to exploring statutory options. The only way to change practice is to legislate.

The privacy of the family courts is enabling abusers and silencing victims. It has taken courage and determination to get this story told. Thank you @louisetickle @DrProudman and of course, Kate Griffiths MP for her bravery. I wish this shocking case was unique. It sadly isn’t.

1 in 8 crimes in London over the past year were domestic abuse offences. 94,000+ cases. As a society, we can’t just ‘respond’ to violence against women. We must prevent it. That’s why I’m announcing £2.4m into programmes that aim to change the behaviour of perpetrators of abuse.

On the International Day of Elimination of Violence Against Women I want to thank all those women who risked their lives and livelihoods speaking up for women. Women who speak up face threat and vitriol but still they persist.

Today is #IDEVAW and marks the beginning of #16Days. Tragically, we have had too many reminders this year of why these events are needed. We all have our part of play in ending violence against women. I will be using my platform to demand action & I encourage you to do the same.

Apparently Parliament has written a rule which means I can’t take my well behaved, 3-month old, sleeping baby when I speak in chamber. (Still no rule on wearing masks btw). Mothers in the mother of all parliament are not to be seen or heard it seems…. #21stCenturyCalling

“Ask yourselves, after 30 reports and 30 years of women’s voices raised against violence against women and girls: why are you still not policing it properly?” My speech to policing chiefs at the @AssocPCCs and @PoliceChiefs #PoliceConf21 today. dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1…

If you’ve been affected by the terrorist incident outside #Liverpool Women’s Hospital on Sunday, you can get in touch with our free, 24 hour Supportline on 08 08 16 89 111, or start a live chat with a trained supporter any time via our website: victimsupport.org.uk/live-chat/

Yes, @Laura__Farris current law not right. Let’s work together with @attorneygeneral & @pritipatel to change it. Can’t let men get away with murder claiming “rough sex”.

Lots of people not professionally involved in climate change may be finding it difficult to understand what is going on at COP26. Many of the people here have no idea either! So I have tried to summarise where we are with three days to go. Hope it may be helpful. 🧵/1

Victims are already facing years of delay in their quest for justice. @DominicRaab admits it could be a year before the huge Courts backlog starts to fall - and did not deny that it might take 7 or 8 years to clear it. This is deeply worrying | 1/2 news.sky.com/story/justice-…

Last night's @Channel4 rape documentary gave viewers valuable insight into how victims are often made to feel like they are the ones on trial, w/ their credibility repeatedly questioned & undermined. Thank you to all survivors who shared their experiences. metro.co.uk/2021/11/09/rap…