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Cyber justice: how technology is supporting victim-survivors of rape

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imageSome survivors are using social media and other online platforms to share their experiences of sexual violence and seek support.shutterstock

We tend to think of “justice” as meaning having one’s day in court – and that justice is done when the perpetrator is convicted and punished. But for many victim-survivors of sexual...

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The off-topic Conversation #87

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Welcome to The Conversation’s off-topic space. We’ve set this up as the place where you can discuss anything that isn’t related to a specific article. Please feel free to use this space to get to know each other and talk about news elsewhere and whatever else strikes your fancy.

This is also an opportunity to discuss broader...

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The idea that conservatives are better economic managers simply does not stand up

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imageMalcolm Turnbull's best election bet, from an economic standpoint, might be measures to improve confidence.AAP/Dean Lewins

Conventional wisdom holds that conservative politicians are more prudent stewards of the economy. These politicians are often happy to reinforce this view by citing their business acumen and denigrating the experience –...

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