Hundreds of personal stories of sexual violence and harassment are appearing on social media in Russia and Ukraine, after a post by Ukrainian journalist Nastya Melnychenko became an internet sensation.
In a region where any discussion of sexual and domestic violence is often taboo, the widespread reaction triggered by the Melnychenko posting has taken society by surprise.
Usually victims fear the repercussions of opening up about an attack, scared they will be blamed or judged by public opinion, the police and even their families.
The sudden willingness of Russian and Ukrainian women to speak out has paved the way for public discussion about …read more
Source: San Francisco Chronicle
