From Afghanistan to Zimbabwe, street harassment is a global problem, but it is one that we will NO LONGER TOLERATE. Groups and people in 35 countries are banding together to speak out against sexual violence, sexism, and homophobia in public spaces during International Anti-Street Harassment Week!! Thank you to everyone who is part of it.
The Impact Will be HUGE
There are so many events happening, from a discussion with youth in Beau (Cameroon) to a new transit campaign in London (UK), from marches in the streets of Bogota (Colombia) and Kathmandu (Nepal). Sidewalk chalking, distributing information, and online discussions will take place in countries across six continents. We know the participants will make a difference.
The week is already having an impact; there have been 10 media hits so far, bringing more attention to the topic.
Get Involved
It’s not too late to get involved! Including by joining the Global Night of Action, April 17. Stop Telling Women to Smile (STWTS), an internationally-recognized art project that confronts gender-based street harassment, is organizing an international wheat pasting night on April 17. Those interested in participating can visit the website to request downloadable PDF’s (in their preferred language) of STWTS posters.
Join the Google Hangout taking place today at 7 p.m. EDT. Join our Tweet Chats and Tweetathon, every day from April 12 – 17.
Check out the shareable digital images and downloadable PDF flyers on the website!
Share your stories. In person. Online.
