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Changing Rape Laws 

Louise Osborne | Jennifer Collins
August 18, 2021

In some European countries, rape laws are being tightend to enable more rape survivors to find justice. But many women still feel let down by laws and procedures. Less than 8 out of 100 reported cases leads to a conviction.

https://p.dw.com/p/3z7gg

Violence against women is a major problem around the world, and European countries are no exception. One in ten women in Europe have experienced some form of sexual violence. And many don't dare to report rape or other incidents. It's been 10 years since European governments signed the Istanbul Convention on preventing violence against women. Countries that signed the treaty were supposed to enact effective laws and measures to protect women. In some countries, that has included a change in rape laws to enable more rape survivors to find justice. But many women still feel let down by laws and procedures.

Reporters: Louise Osborn, Jennifer Collins 
 

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