For 40 years, lawmakers across Australia have advanced legislative reforms to improve the experience of victims in sexual offence trials.

While some reforms have been effective, a study undertaken by the University of Wollongong and University of New South Wales found various court procedures still yield negative experiences for complainants.

The Wire’s Sameen Arshad found out more.

Produced By: Sameen Arshad

Featured In Story: Professor Luke McNamara – University of New South Wales

First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 5 November 2024