Come Quote by Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters
“I've heard many women say that they were afraid to come out or they were too ashamed to talk about it because they thought it was something they had done to promote the man to sexually harass them - and that is not the case.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Public discussion on sexual harassment (2023)
She challenges the myth that victims provoke harassment to gain attention.
In simple terms: Victims are not seeking fame.
Key Takeaway
Support survivors, not stereotypes.
Themes
gender
harassment
victim blaming
Mood
serious
empowering
Type
social
advocacy
When to use this quote
- workplace training
- media coverage
- policy making
Key Concepts
power dynamics
social stigma
accountability
Questions to Reflect On
- What fuels victim‑blaming narratives?
- How can we shift focus to perpetrator behavior?
A Different Perspective
Some may argue personal responsibility.
