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In the Media: #LetUsSpeak

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Hooray, it’s Tuesday!

This week we’re switching up our usual episode framework for a topic very close to our hearts and at the forefront of our current news cycle, the ‘gag laws’ and #LetUsSpeak movement. In this episode, we step you through the entire saga – from the introduction of the ‘gag laws’ in February 2020, their intended purpose and their actual consequences in practice, to the powerful Jamie-Lee Page and #LetUsSpeak campaign, and finally, what the law is as of 18 November 2020.

We are so proud to be able to bring you this episode and (slightly scathing) commentary on our legal system which fails so often, but is always picked up and improved by the people moving within it.

Content warning: this episode discusses issues of sexual assault and may be distressing for some listeners.

If this episode brings up any issues for you, or if you feel like you want to speak to someone, please call one of the following services:

  • 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732) – the national sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling service.
  • 24-hour Emergency Accommodation helpline on 1800 800 588
  • Safe At Home helpline on 1800 633 937
  • SHE (free and confidential counselling and support) on 6278 9090
  • Sexual Assault Support Services on 6231 1811, or after hours 6231 1817
  • Family Violence Crisis and Support Service on 1800 608 122
  • Bravehearts – Sexual Assault Support for Children on 1800 BRAVE 1
  • Don't go it alone. Please reach out for help by contacting Lifeline on 13 11 14
  • Men who have anger, relationship or parenting issues, should contact the Men's Referral Service on 1300 766 491

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    Show notes:

    Legislation: Judicial Proceedings Report Act 1958 (Vic)

    Parliamentary Report: https://www.parliament.vic.gov.au/component/jdownloads/download/36-research-papers/13971-legislation-amendment-supporting-victims-and-other-matters-bill-2020

    #LetUsSpeak website: https://rasara.org/let-us-speak?fbclid=IwAR1b8hX7LXrVkHvmc0iu0a13EPzfoSmaFdJypszELoe6cuDVdjpspqNq4hQ

    #LetUsSpeak position statement/response to proposed amendments to Judicial Proceedings Reports Act 1958 (Vic): https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5e38a9c3c182ca3ee4fa899d/t/5f97a7ffc1f49f7be7460d51/1603774469869/JPRA+Position+Statement+-+RASARA%2C+EROC+and+Marque+Lawyers.pdf?fbclid=IwAR1t3DuRAoCakmL8LRC3UdCsINJT_bCqMJdhYvY8G3Dg_zWmWnCLuRFROnM

    The Project: https://10play.com.au/theproject/exclusives/2020/let-us-speak/tpv201117zedgp

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    Music: Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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