Newsletter: September 2002

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When Good Laws Go Bad

Exposing the loosely kept secret of clergymen abusing their young parishioners sent a shock wave through New York, not to mention the rest of the country. A bill to somehow curb this unreported wave of molestation has been introduced in the New York State Senate. Although swift governmental response is a positive phenomenon in these times, decisions (such as the bill in question) that have long-term effects might well be delayed - not too long, but simply long enough to avoid many "unintended consequences." [more]

Commemorating the Central Park Attacks of 2000

This past June, The Street Harassment Project and NOW-NYC co-sponsored a rally to commemorate the Central Park attacks of 2000. The group was happy to host speakers from their own organizations as well as the Bronx Latina women’s group, Daughters of the Rebellion, and New York Men Against Sexism. [more]

A Closer Look at Minors' Rights : Quarterly Meeting Review

At the Alliance's latest quarterly meeting Anna Schissel, an Attorney at the NYCLU, explained some of the legal issues regarding providers who treat minors following a sexual assault. [more]

Forensic Healthcare Program Review

Since May the Forensic Healthcare Program has held three Advanced Leadership Seminars, drawing a sizeable audience of diverse professionals and is continuing to work to develop collaborative opportunities. [more]

Legislative News

FDA Approves "Date-Rape" Drug to Treat Sleep Disorder; Senate Committee Passes Women's Bill of Rights; D.O.H. Releases New Protocol [more]

New at the Alliance

Affirming Our Commitment to Fair Information Practices; Richard Glover Joins Alliance Board of Directors; Alliance's library opens; Rave Reviews for the Rape Crisis Training Institute [more]

Ask the Alliance!

Is it true that victims of rape can end up having to pay for their own medical and forensic treatment? Rape is a crime, so wouldn't the cost be covered by the criminal justice system? [more]