Change is in the Air

Over the last few months, the national conversation has been dominated by stories of men exerting their power over women. These women have bravely come forward to share their experiences in hopes of helping other women. Yet these women are still told that their feelings are somehow less than a man's. Today alone, Brett Kavanaugh - the Supreme Court nominee - has been accused by 2 additional women of sexual misconduct and Bill Cosby has been sentenced to 3 - 10 years for rape. The President and Congress are spreading a message that "boys will be boys" while Cosby's lawyer is saying the women accusing him have "a vendetta" against Cosby.

Seeing what these women have gone through has angered me to no end. I can't fathom it, and I just can't understand how their experiences can be questioned while their attackers seem unaffected. The bravery of these women to share their story with the masses has been remarkable to see. However, it's heartbreaking that so many of their stories are so similar. How has this been allowed to happen time and time again in our society? Something needs to change. 

I'm not hear to argue the finer points of politics or law. I just want women to be treated fairly, and I want to help those that haven't been. My message tonight is for anyone that has been affected by harassment or domination, know that you're not alone. Reach out to someone, because there are people and foundations in this world that have your back. 

If you need assistance or you want to get involved in victim advocacy, consider visiting The Joyful Heart Foundation. Their vision is a world free of sexual assault, domestic violence, and child abuse.