(en) Britain, SolFed* Statement about sexual assault within the anarchist/activist community
This statement comes from recent discussions within South London and North London
Solidarity Federation locals, and in response to a recent case of sexual assault which
took place in the wider activist community. Following the actions taken by North London,
South London and Brighton Solidarity Federation locals, this statement was written by the
South London Gender Working Group. -- We want to state clearly a number of things. --- We
believe that in the event of sexual assault it is necessary to take action, and that it is
appropriate to look towards processes of community accountability. In exploring how to
deal with such situations, we have looked at the experiences of other activist and
political communities, and the literature that has stemmed from these. We strongly support
other groups who have initiated these processes; these enact a sense of responsibility and
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