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Do you know what misogyny is or how to spot someone who is behaving as a misogynist?
This could be:
The belief that men are generally better than women is the definition of misogyny. If you, a friend, or a stranger is exhibiting any of these behaviours – it's misogynistic. By calling out misogyny, you can challenge these sexist beliefs and encourage men to treat women as equals. Together, we can make Cambridgeshire a safer space.
Could you spot harassment if you saw it? Harassment is not usually an isolated incident. Usually, perpetrators will attack or harass a number of times, often acting alone or with encouragement from a group of friends. It’s important to step in if you feel confident enough to do so and stop it this behaviour. Harassment may look like:
These are all types of harassment taking place in Cambridgeshire. By calling out harassment, you can challenge these sexist beliefs and encourage men to treat women as equals. Together, we can make Cambridgeshire a safer space.
Sexual violence doesn’t have to be physical. Sexual violence can be defined as any unwanted sexual contact which can happen on the phone, in text messages, online, via email, or in person. This could be:
You may think some of these behaviours are minor, but sexual violence can take many forms and each one can be damaging to its potential victim. This kind of behaviour can have long lasting effects for women and girls, and very real life-changing consequences for the men who commit this violence. By calling out sexual violence, you can help create a safer space for women and girls in Cambridgeshire.