Rights group demands end to ‘culture of impunity’ over Bicol rapes

Rights group demands end to ‘culture of impunity’ over Bicol rapes

ALBAY, Philippines – Women’s rights group Gabriela has called for accountability and stronger protection for survivors of gender-based violence in the Bicol region, warning that a culture of impunity continues to place vulnerable women and children at risk in remote communities. The call comes as the case of Sabrina (not her real name) has drawn national attention. The young woman from Tinambac, Camarines Sur, who has moderate intellectual devel…