Indonesian policewomen measured through 'purity & beauty', subjected to virginity testing

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Women looking to become police officers in Indonesia are reported to have to undergo an invasive "two-finger" virginity test and be "pretty" as a part of the recruitment process.

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Virginity testing female police recruits continues despite pressure to end the practice
Policewomen must also be "pretty" and subjected to a list of physical standards
The policewomen are often deployed in high visibility roles such as public relations
Despite the tests not being recorded or on the books as an official requirement, it is still conducted throughout the country under the guise of a "morality or physical examination".

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Body measurements, including bust size, are also recorded by male police, and female recruits parade in front of a male selection committee where their beauty is judged.

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Anisha, a 27-year-old policewoman in Dr Davies' study, said she believes the testings should continue.

"The test shows that we as women can protect ourselves and therefore we are capable of protecting other people," she said.

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