A practical guide for women, nonbinary, and LGBTQIA+ people to
claim our right to be safe, to take up space, and to speak up for
ourselves.
Don't
walk alone at night. Don't leave your drink unattended. Don't hurt
anyone's feelings.
Most
women and nonbinary people are taught these rules, intended to keep
us safe from harassment, abuse, and assault, from a young age. While
the #MeToo movement has swept the globe and shined a light on the
pervasiveness of gender-based violence that led to these "rules,"
the fears persist--and for good reason.
While
men--who commit almost all gender-based violence--are the ones who
should be responsible for changing, those of us who are targeted
shouldn't have to wait for the world to transform and become a better
place in order to live safer, fuller, more authentic lives.
Through
real-life stories, meaningful questions, and interactive exercises,
Get Empowered will teach readers to:
Whether
you're looking for ways to stand up for yourself, you're a survivor
focused on healing, or you're committed to being an ally, this book
will give you the tools you need to thrive.