An overview of new Illinois sexual assault lawsBy Tracy DouglasWomen and the Law, October 2015An overview of the new laws in Illinois that are designed to help survivors and encourage more reporting of sexual violence.
With gratitude to Ms. Parks, and Ms. Vinson, and the fighters yet to come…By Kaethe Morris HofferWomen and the Law, March 2006There is a woman to whom all equality-loving people owe much. Her name is Michelle Vinson, and she is a rape survivor. She fought for justice and dignity for herself and changed the world for all Americans, especially women.