Prof Sara Carter, the University’s Gender Equality Champion, highlights the campaigns and events happening across campus to mark the 16 Days of Activism. Kez speaks to Dr Anastacia Ryan about her new organisation ‘SISU’ and its work to dismantle the systemic barriers that perpetuate gender-based violence and inequality. Kez then chats to Eamon Keane, co-director and Principal Solicitor of the Emma Ritch Clinic, about his work and the Victims, Witnesses, and Justice Reform (Scotland) Bill currently passing through the Scottish Parliament.  

Content Warning: This episode focuses on Gender-Based Violence. If you would like to access support without listening further, please follow this link, which includes resources on sexual harassment, assault and violence. 

Links mentioned during the episode:  

• SISU Website and Launch Event: https://www.sisu-group.org/events 
• Fight for the Night March and other events to mark the 16 Days by the SRC: https://www.glasgowunisrc.org/representation/campaigns/gender-equality/16days/ 
• Emma Ritch Clinic: https://www.gla.ac.uk/schools/law/gojustice/emma-ritch-clinic/

 

First published: 28 November 2024

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