Deciding to seek justice after a violation such as sexual violence is often a brave action to take by survivors. According to a study on Access to Justice by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), Survivors of Sexual Violence also endure threats and intimidation from perpetrators. With cases of sexual violence taking a long time to solve, up to three years in some cases according to the study, survivors may become susceptible to attempts by perpetrators to have the cases ended. “Survivors, witnesses, and families face many threats and intimidation from the perpetrators and other interested parties, including administration chiefs and police, to ensure that they do not give evidence,” the study said. “The Victim Protection Act must be implemented to afford survivors comprehensive protection of the law,” they demanded.

Source: The Star May 19, 2022 19:38 UTC