Thousands march across Australia demanding justice for women

Protests follow allegations of sexual misconduct in the country’s parliament that shocked the country.

Melbourne, Australia – Tens of thousands of people have marched in protest across Australia amid widespread shock at allegations of sexual misconduct in the country’s federal parliament and growing concern that the legal system is failing women who are victims of abuse and violence. People took to the streets on Monday not only in the capital Canberra but other towns and major cities including Sydney and Melbourne. In recent weeks, former parliamentary staff member Brittany Higgins has alleged that she was raped by an MP, while historical rape allegations against Australia’s attorney general, Christian Porter, have also resurfaced.