Today, I was walking home from my campus when I had to pass the usual street that leads to my house. There has been a construction site on that street for around three months, and I have been catcalled several times by the workers on that site. This time one when I passed, one of them said “Hey” and looked at me with the most disgusting lecherous look ever. I decided I have had enough so I confronted them and asked, “Why did you call me??”
He looked confused, and then he said “No”. Then I asked louder “Why did you call me???”
He looked at his friend and then said “No” again. After that I walked away feeling happy and relieved because I just confronted my bully.
Optional: What’s one way you think we can make public places safer for everyone?
Raising awareness by doing campaigns to let men know that: No, we are NOT flattered.
– FD
Location: Near a construction site
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