Civil Cases for Rape are Access to Justice, Not "Destruction of Justice" - Joint Statement with JustRight Scotland

Successful Civil Damages Action for Rape: AR v Stephen Daniel Coxen Press Release

The Scottish Women’s Rights Centre and JustRight Scotland welcome today’s judgment of Sheriff Weir QC in AR v Stephen Daniel Coxen. Our client has succeeded in establishing in civil proceedings that she was raped when she was a student at St Andrew’s University in 2013. She took this action because she felt let down by the criminal justice system – in which a jury returned a “not proven” verdict in December 2015 - and felt she had to pursue justice herself.

Response to the Scottish Government’s call for consultations on reforming Part 1 of the Children (Scotland) Act 1995

Response from the Scottish Women's Rights Centre to Scottish Governemnt call for consultations on reforming Part 1 of the Children (Scotland) Act 1995, using evidence and testimonies from women with experience of the child contact system.

Reporting Forced Marriage - Your Rights

This leaflet will provide you with some information about what to expect if you report an incident to the police and outlines some of your basic rights.

Reporting Sexual Crimes - Your Rights

This leaflet will provide you with some information about what to expect if you report an incident to the police and outlines some of your basic rights.

Reporting Stalking - Your Rights

This leaflet will provide you with some information about what to expect if you report an incident to the police and outlines some of your basic rights.

Reporting Domestic Abuse - Your Rights

This leaflet will provide you with some information about what to expect if you report an incident to the police and outlines some of your basic rights.

Evidence on civil actions for damages in respect of rape or other serious crimes

Response from the Scottish Women's Rights Centre to the Justice Committee in the Scottish Parliament's call for evidence on civil actions for damages in respect of rape or other serious crimes.

Evidence on the protection of workers from sexual harassment and creating positive cultural change

Evidence submitted by the Scottish Women’s Rights Centre to the Standards, Procedures and Public Appointments Committee at the Scottish Parliament on the protection of workers from sexual harassment, and campaigns and initiatives that succeed in bringing about positive cultural change in the workplace.

Consultation Response: Pre-Recording Evidence of Child and Other Vulnerable Witnesses

Read our response to the Scottish Government's consultation on Pre-Recording Evidence of Child and Other Vulnerable Witnesses submitted 30/09/17.

Equally Safe - consultation on the draft delivery plan

Read our response to the Scottish Government's consultation on the draft delivery plan for Equally Safe, submitted 29/06/17

Getting Legal Representation

Getting involved with a legal dispute can be a daunting process, and sometimes finding a solicitor and getting started can be a difficult step. This information will guide you through the process of finding a solicitor, knowing what to look for, and what you can do to prepare for an initial meeting with a solicitor.

Stopping Harassment - A Legal Guide

The ‘Stopping Harassment’ legal guide explains how to obtain protective orders to improve women’s safety and will be a helpful resource for any woman living with stalking or harassment or for professionals who may have a role in supporting survivors.

Information and help after rape and sexual assault

Practical information for survivors of sexual crimes aged 16+, including how rape and sexual assault may affect you, how the legal process works if you report and where to get more support and information.

Information and support for anyone experiencing sexual violence and harassment in the workplace

Information for women experiencing sexual harassment in the workplace including actions you may consider, employers' responsibilities and the law.

Sensitive and Personal Records: Information for victims of sexual crimes

This leaflet explains why the Crown Office Procurator Fiscal Service (the prosecutor) may need to obtain your sensitive and personal records, held by bodies such as the NHS, and how this information might be used.