A friend recently said to me, “I hate the word resilient.” She contends that this narrative serves as a calculated exoneration, effectively granting perpetrators a reprieve while dismissing the systemic harm done to women. But women are “resilient”; they bounce right back. Look at how strong they are. She said she was tired, tired of…

By the time girls reach seventeen, 78% are unhappy with their bodies. This lack of appreciation and critical view of our bodies is driven by cultural ideals, peer pressure, and social media. Drug and cosmetic companies market mercilessly and make huge profits from the insecurity they spread.

Have you ever felt less than or diminished because of your gender? Has anyone ever harassed you on the street or at work because you are a woman? Have you ever experienced objectification? Have you ever felt your voice didn’t matter and consequently remained quiet to prevent embarrassment or mockery?