Around the world Quote by Sandra Uwiringiyimana
““So many girls around the world—refugee girls in particular—suffer in silence after being sexually assaulted by someone they know. Most rapes happen at the hands of a relative or friend, not a stranger. I want girls to know that they have the power to speak out. They don’t have to stay quiet. No matter what culture or country you are from, there will always be pressure to remain silent, to never tell. But you don’t have to protect sexual predators. By speaking up, you are standing up for yourself. And you might be preventing it from happening again. Tell people what happened. The predators expect you to stay silent. You can prove them wrong.””
About This Quote
Silence after assault perpetuates harm; speaking out empowers survivors and can prevent future abuse.
In simple terms: Speak up after assault to protect yourself and others.
Key Takeaway
Encourage survivors to break silence.
Themes
violence
silence
empowerment
justice
survivor support
Mood
determined
empathetic
Type
call to action
statement
When to use this quote
- counseling
- legal advocacy
- community outreach
Key Concepts
feminist theory
human rights
Questions to Reflect On
- What resources help survivors speak up?
- How can societies change silence norms?
A Different Perspective
Cultural pressure may deter speaking out.
