How the law silences women— Jennifer Robinson

What does free speech mean if women can't afford to defend it? And what happens when the law meant to protect reputations is used to silence women speaking out about alleged sexual violence? Jennifer Robinson is one of the world's most recognisable human rights lawyers. She's represented actress Amber Heard, whose trial became the stuff of fierce public debate and trial by media. Now Jennifer's fighting to change that, by challenging a legal system that can be weaponised to silence survivors of gendered violence. More information: How many more women? Is published by Allen and Unwin This episode will answer questions like: Who is Jennifer Robinson? Why did Amber Heard testify in the UK defamation trial? What are the allegations against Johnny Depp? What happened to Brittany Higgins? What is the Stop the SLAPP Alliance? What to listen to next: Our bodies, our choice. But are abortion rights under threat? — ABC listenWhat to read next: The women 'quietly quitting' their marriages — ABC NewsThis episode contains references to defamation, Brittany Higgins, Lisa Wilkinson, Amber Heard and Johnny Depp.