On this edition of Your Call, we're discussing today's hearings and what support is available to sexual assault survirors.
Three women have publicly detailed their accusations against Brett Kavanaugh. Dr. Christine Blasey Ford, who is testifying today, says Kavanaugh pinned her to a bed and groped her when they were in high school in 1982. What resources are available for survivors in crisis and long-term? Join the next Your Call with me, Rose Aguilar, and you.
Guests:
Leslie Levy, an attorney and a partner at Levy Vinick Burrell Hyams LLP, a law firm that represents employees who have faced or are facing discrimination or harassment on the job, and survivors of sexual abuse by professionals
Tanis Crosby, CEO of the YWCA Silicon Valley, an organization dedicated to empowering women through a variety of services and programs, including support for survivors of sexual assault
Web Resources:
Los Angeles Times: Read Julie Swetnick's declaration accusing Brett Kavanaugh of sexual misconduct
Talking Points Memo: READ: Christine Blasey Ford’s Prepared Testimony
NBC News: Senate probed new allegation of misconduct against Kavanaugh
