The opposite of feminism. Is this what women are to society? We deliver and raise children, continue to pursue careers as actively and ferociously as men and this is the viewpoint we're left in.
Women all over the world are treated as second class citizens in their own countries - the war for equality might be over for us but shouldn't be until ALL women are treated with the respect and gratitude they deserve.
The stories I have read have been harrowing - women setting themselves on fire in an attempt to end their lives to avoid shaming their families by leaving violent relationships, others having no connection to any family for breaking the tradition of arranged marriages.
Our fight for equal pay, maternity and equal rights is a huge success for women in this country amongst others - but we cannot afford to be resting on our successes and not fighting the issues still surrounding us everyday.
These people need help and support to be courageous enough to make their escape. We are not weak or helpless in any way and we don't need 'saving' but what every one of us needs is support.
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