Watch: 'I am Jane Doe' protests across US call for end to sexual violence
BBC News reports on protests held across the US on 8 October, advocating for an end to sexual violence following a disturbing case at Cornell University.
Background
A lawsuit filed by a survivor, identified as "Jane Doe", alleges she was sexually assaulted by several members of the Cornell's Chi Phi fraternity while incapacitated in October 2024. She accused the university of inadequate investigation and discipline. Consequently, prosecutors reopened the case, and New York Governor Kathy Hochul appointed the state’s attorney general as a special prosecutor.
Key Points
- Protests: Survivors, students, and advocates gathered in over 40 states on college campuses and in communities.
- Civil Lawsuit: The filing of a civil lawsuit prompted the investigation's restart.
- Special Prosecutor: New York Governor Kathy Hochul assigned the state’s attorney general to oversee the case.
- Related Topics: This incident has sparked discussions on sexual violence, universities, and the US legal system.