“But What Were You Wearing?”
By: Sierra Voorhies Trigger Warning: rape culture, victim blaming, and sexual assault. I’m not quite sure how to start this blog, but I think I… Read More »“But What Were You Wearing?”
Rape Culture
Two Months of Change
by Ann Varner Two months ago, I started working at the UMKC Women’s Center. I had no idea how much I was going to learn… Read More »Two Months of Change
Reflecting on Rape Culture
by Matiara Huff Last week, we celebrated Denim Day by raising awareness about rape culture at UMKC, complete with a denim display and information about… Read More »Reflecting on Rape Culture
Audrie and Daisy: Let’s talk about rape and the pursuit of justice
By Ann Varner Audrie and Daisy is a documentary that aired on Netflix. The film examines the ripple effects on families, friends, schools and communities… Read More »Audrie and Daisy: Let’s talk about rape and the pursuit of justice
What Normalizes Violence in our Culture?
by Thea Voutiritsas In the U.S., April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). Though sexual assault seems like a clear no-no, our culture enforces social… Read More »What Normalizes Violence in our Culture?
What Happens to Women Matters to Men, Too!
By Morgan Paul “Women are part of men’s lives, and what happens to us matters to men too.” In welcoming everybody back to class and… Read More »What Happens to Women Matters to Men, Too!
The Prevalence of “Rape Culture” in Today’s Society
By Amber Charleville After the recent events of Maryville, a story so close to home (Maryville is an hour and a half north of Kansas… Read More »The Prevalence of “Rape Culture” in Today’s Society