Hundreds of protesters gathered outside the New York State Supreme Court in Manhattan on Thursday, staging an “I Am Jane Doe” rally to demand tougher action against sexual violence.
The demonstration was sparked by a lawsuit filed last month by a Cornell University student, identified under the pseudonym Jane Doe, who alleged she was plied with drugs and alcohol before being sexually assaulted by members of the Chi Phi fraternity. The case has ignited national outrage and renewed calls for accountability on campuses.
Organized under the social media banner #StopSexualViolence: From the Frat House to the White House, the rally drew students, activists, and survivors from across the country. Demonstrators carried placards, chanted slogans, and urged lawmakers to strengthen protections for victims while holding institutions accountable.
The protest in New York was one of dozens of rallies nationwide, reflecting a growing movement against sexual misconduct in educational spaces and beyond. Organizers said the campaign aims to highlight systemic failures in addressing sexual violence and to push for reforms that prioritize survivor justice.
The rally’s symbolic message — “I Am Jane Doe” — underscored solidarity with survivors and a demand for change that resonates far beyond Cornell’s campus.
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