In response an op-ed piece written by Andrew Walker’s in the Jan 3 issue of the Courier-Journal. In his oped, Mr. Walker suggests that the proposed anti-bullying legislation was “tyranny.” The proposed legisation calls for specific protections for certain categories of youth based on religion, gender, sexual orientation and gender identity, and disability. Below is [...]
About Rus Funk
Rus is a long time activist for gender, racial and sexual justice. He has been working specifically to combat sexual and domestic violence, racist violence and homophobia for over 25 years. He is currently the co-founder and Executive Director of MensWork: eliminating violence against women (a nonprofit organization based in Louisville, KY USA). He is also an internationally recognized consultant and sought after speaker and trainer.Justice Department Announces Major Step to Combat Rape
Posted by Lynn Rosenthal on January 06, 2012 at 09:56 AM EST For many rape survivors, today is an important day. It means that the devastating violence they suffered will now be counted in this nation’s crime statistics. Attorney General Holder announced today that the FBI will be changing the definition of rape used to [...]
Report Suggests peer Sexual Harassment is “Rampant” in our schools
The American Association of University Women released a report that indicates that peer sexual harassment in middle and highschools across the US is “Rampant.” The report, “Crossing the Line,” which will be formally released on Nov 15 (electronic copies are available at their website — http://www.aauw.org/learn/research/crossingtheline.cfm), finds that nearly half (48%) of students reported experiencing [...]
FBI Updates Rape Definitions
The FBI recently, after many years of hard-fought advocacy and organizing by femininsts and others, have expanded the definition of rape beyond the original definition that has been in affect since 1927. The original definition was “the carnal knowledge of a female, forcibly and against her will” which excludes incidents of oral, anal and male [...]
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MensWork receives Verizon Grant
Richard Barnett, VP of MensWork (far left) and Rus Ervin Funk, E.D. of MensWork (next to Richard) receive the grant check from Verizon rep Michelle Gilbert. Commonwealth Attorney Mike OConnell looks on. MensWork received a grant from Verizon in support of our Voice Your Opposition Program.
