Monday, June 27, 2011

10 THING WOMEN CAN DO TO PREVENT VIOLENCE AGAINST THEMSELVES!!

Realize that gender violence is a major social problem that deeply affects the lives of all
women.
2. Focus on how you, as an empowered bystander, can support other women by confronting the
behavior of abusive males.
3. Gently offer your help and support if you suspect a woman close to you is being abused or
has been sexually assaulted.
4. Educate and empower your peers and younger women to end sexism and not tolerate abuse.
5. Familiarize yourself with the resources available to women in your school, on your campus,
and in your community.
6. Support women and men who are working to end men's violence against women.
7. Recognize and speak out against homophobia and gay-bashing.
8. Support women's sports as a means of teaching girls to be confident in their athletic abilities
and strong in body and spirit.
9. Respect yourself and use your strength as an example to empower other women around you.
10. Refuse to purchase any magazines, videos, or music that portray women in a degrading or
violent matter.
http://lookingglasstheatre.org/trust/10_Things_You_Do_to_Stop_Rape.pdf

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