Revision of Swiss criminal law on rape: an opportunity that cannot be missed
For many years, civil society and feminist organisations have been criticizing Swiss criminal law on sexual matters and have been calling for reform. In early February 2021, a draft revision proposed by the Council of State’s legal committee has been submitted for consultation. However, it sparked strong reactions: it is neither meeting civil society’s demands nor is in accordance with the Istanbul Convention. Let’s take a look back at this feminist fight and its current challenges.
The Graduate Press 