Girls Protest Naked In Brazil (Pictures)

In protesting against rape and violence as part of a SlutWalk event, hundreds of women stormed the street stark naked

The topless women had slogans written on their bodies and banners as they marched through the streets and blocked traffic in Rio de Janeiro’s, Brazil as they protest against sexual violence.

The event, which featured powerful messages and colourful displays, was held along Rio de Janeiro’s Copacabana beachfront in Brazil.

Protesters said one their key aims was to address claims by some that women provoke attacks by the way they dress or act.

They also wanted to fight against proposed new abortion restrictions which, if passed, would mean a woman who was raped could only have a termination if she could prove the crime.

One of the protesters, Stephanie Ruas, 26, said: “We may face violence anywhere. At school, as a young girl, at work – that’s the culture.

Also added “Brazil is one of the worst places for a woman to travel alone. When I travel I bring a special door jam so that my hotel room cannot be opened.”