The power of theatre in addressing sexual misconduct

In this episode of the WHO #NoExcuse Podcast, host Guni Dias speaks with Suzie Miller, an award-winning Australian playwright and former criminal defense lawyer specializing in human rights. They discuss the complexities of preventing and responding to sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment, especially in the aid sector. Miller shares insights from her career transition, the gendered nuances of legal responses to sexual assault, and the significant impact of her play, Prima Facie, on judicial education. They delve into the importance of empathy, the role of theater in driving systemic change, and the critical need for men to challenge the status quo within power dynamics.

00:00 Introduction
00:11 Meet Suzie Miller: From Lawyer to Playwright
01:27 Exploring Prima Facie: A Play on Sexual Assault
04:07 Understanding the Freeze or Befriend Response
05:25 Legal System’s Perspective on Sexual Assault
08:01 The Role of Theatre in Legal Education
10:02 Empathy and Change Through Theatre
11:22 Lessons for the Aid Sector
14:43 Men’s Role in Addressing Gender Violence
20:21 The Importance of Feeling Uncomfortable
25:00 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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