Flora Thomas

Global Voices Online

Flora Thomas is a contributor to Global Voices Online.

I am an aspiring writer and citizen of the world – definitely a believer in peace, friendship and the power of words.


Jamaicans take part in a demonstration against the rape of three children and two women in Kingston in 2012.

Caribbean rape culture is back on display

Justice

Politicians and officials across the Caribbean have come under fire in recent weeks for statements that seem to downplay rape and blame victims. But there’s evidence that women may no longer be willing to tolerate such comments.