We just got word that the Metro is planning to vote on some major budget cuts at a board meeting tomorrow — before hearing from the public. Don’t let this happen! Sign on to urge Metro to delay the vote and allow for public opinion. According to the Coalition For Smarter Growth: Metro faces a […]
Yesterday’s story reminded us of a conference we attended a few years ago where Jackson Katz was the keynote speaker. Katz is a well-known activist in the anti-violence movement, primarily due to his research with males on gender based violence. During the introductory remarks, he said that for most men, it is hard to understand […]
We wanted to know if and how WMATA plans to address sexual harassment on the DC trains and buses. So we asked during their “Metro LunchTalk Online” with General Manager John Catoe. Us: We have heard multiple sexual harassment stories occurring on the Metro trains and buses. Check out http:hollabackdc.wordpress.com for more information. Does WMATA […]
Over the past few days, some commenters have left comments about harassment they have received and used really derogatory, racialized language about their harassers. We acknowledge that survivors heal in different ways, and one of those ways is releasing their anger in the form of racist epithets. We also allow commenters and those submitting stories […]
In honor of Sexual Violence Awareness Month, we want to spotlight activists who are working to end gender based public sexual harassment. Every Friday in April, we will introduce you to their work, their motivation for bringing attention to this form of sexual harassment, and what we should do if we are victims of or […]