Watch: 'I am Jane Doe' protests across US call for end to sexual violence
Summary
Protests took place across more than 40 states in the US on October 8, demanding an end to sexual violence. The demonstrations followed a lawsuit by a woman who says she was sexually assaulted by members of a Cornell University fraternity and accuses the university of not properly handling the case.Key Facts
- The protests were held nationwide, including on college campuses and local communities.
- The lawsuit was filed by a woman called "Jane Doe," who says she was given drugs and alcohol and assaulted while unable to consent.
- The alleged assault involved members of the Chi Phi fraternity at Cornell University.
- The incident is said to have happened in October 2024.
- Jane Doe claims Cornell University failed to investigate and punish those involved properly.
- After the lawsuit, prosecutors reopened the case.
- New York Governor Kathy Hochul appointed the state’s attorney general as a special prosecutor to handle the case.
- The protests are part of a wider demand for action against sexual violence on campuses.
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