Thread by @DrWilliams

1/ Dear @ScottMorrisonMP it’s long but here’s Another Way to respond to rape allegations
1. Demonstrate true compassion for the victim & her family
2. Invite other potential victims to come fwd in a private
& safe way
3. Encourage current staffers to feel safe to report with a

a guarantee of no reprisals
4. Offer psychological support for family & friends of victim
5. Reassure the public you take this seriously & will leave no stone unturned
6. Remind the public violence against violence women will not be tolerated
7. Launch investigation into

The obstacles were stopping the victim from coming forward & demonstrate a desire to address said obstacles
8. Never say it’s “he said/ she said” when it’s obviously more than that
9. Enlist independent investigators
10. Be open about rships with police mates
@motorcymick

11. Remain neutral if you have to but don’t categorically accept the words of a potential rapist
12. Acknowledge the unacceptably high rates of sexual assault in Australia
13. Don’t smirk
14. Don’t treat women who challenge you with contempt & disrespect
@anneconnollyabc

15. Create a Taskforce with at least 50% women -with the aim of ensuring a safe working environment for all your staff
16. Develop a pathway for those reporting violence & those receiving those reports on how to manage this in a trauma informed way

Just to start

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