It’s clear something needs to be done to make sure everyone has a good time at festivals, free from harassment. The Association of Independent Festivals is trying to do just that, with their Safer Spaces At Festivals Campaign.
‘Festival goers deserve to know that if they report sexual assault they will be listened to and believed, and that those working on site are equipped to handle all reports with knowledge and empathy,’ said Kelly Bennaton, media and communications officer at Rape Crisis England and Wales.
Danielle Vincent, senior associate of the abuse team at Hugh James Solicitors tells Metro.co.uk: ‘Sadly, sexual, and physical assaults against individuals at festivals are not uncommon. ‘It is completely wrong to think if you were intoxicated or perhaps wearing certain clothing, that their allegations will not be believed. This thought process must be squashed. There are no grounds or justifications that allow another to assault you.
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