What is rape? Who does it? Who does it happen to?

Myths and untruths around rape and sexual assault have devastating effects on how many rapes are reported and the decisions made by juries and judges.

Deputy Assistant Commissioner Martin Hewitt, Rosamund Horwood-Smart QC, who in her 38 years at the Bar has tried many rape and serious sexual offence cases, and Professor of Law Joanne Conaghan set the record straight and explained why changing the debate around rape, which has long been dominated by ideological and fixed views, is crucial to prevention.

The event was hosted by broadcaster and journalist Zeinab Badawi.

More information: http://wow.southbankcentre.co.uk/events/the-rape-myths/

This session was part of the Women Of The World Festival at the Southbank Centre, 6-10 March 2013 in London.