#MeToo – With the generation riding the crest of modernity wave, there still exists many grey areas which are hidden behind the enlightened masks of the human beings.

This part of the society believes in misusing their power in order to get pleasure in exploitation. Sexual misconduct which has actively been hidden or dismissed for several years are getting voices under the hash tag of #MeToo in recent years. Women were supposed to be exploited and was expected to be silent, but days are changing, and the so-called civilization is disrobed of its false mask.

#MeToo is the movement against sexual harassment and sexual assault, which spread like a wildfire in October 2017 when it was used in the social media in an effort to demonstrate the omnipresence of sexual harassment in the workplaces.

Tarana Burke, an American social activist first used the phrase “me too” in 2006 as a campaign for “empowerment through empathy” after she had spoken to a 13year old assault victim. Later on, in 2017 it was popularized by Alyssa Milano an American artist on Twitter.Being a victim herself, she encouraged people to come forward and tweet about the sexual harassments they have faced in their life and let the world know and rethink about the crumbling civilization we boast off.

This movement is gaining momentum with each passing day and is taking the form of a revolution which is helping the victims in revealing the darkest secrets of the so-called rational society. Gradually it is turning out to be a resolution for those, who still have not gained the courage to come forward and speak up for themselves.

#MeToo A REVOLUTION

All that glitters are not gold; it is applicable in every walk of life. People in positions of power, seeking sexual favors from the lesser ones in the work-fields are nothing new, it has been practiced since ages. Only difference is that earlier victims preferred silence over protest. But, now the days are changing so the mindset, it would not be wrong if we say that time has come to shout out loud “enough!!”. The social media platform has proved to be a helping hand for the sexually harassed victims, who could not come infront or were silenced by the power to suppress their voices.When you visit the social media platform anytime these days, you would see how “me too” has become the rallying cry of women. It has revolutionized a whole generation of women all over the globe with the working women calling out sexual predators in workplaces and power equations. As an egalitarian society this movement is a milestone achieved, which is not just limited to workplace harassment, but also about the coercive and abusive behavior existing outside the workplace.

#MeToo A REVELATION

It has become a matter of utter shock and disgust that people, so called qualified, talented and dignified personalitiesare also involved in the meanest kind of power-game, where they shamelessly use their powers in order to sexually exploit and harass others, whom they consider to be weak. Sexual violence, abuse and harassment has been rampant since years, despite the law. It is not because people don’t approach law, but the shameless thing is that instead of helping the victims, in most cases the legal patrons harass the victims and force them to step-back. Thus, the social media platform has extended a responsible arm, and we are confronted with the gray side of the society. #METOO movement is an eyeopener for the generation who is living in the transition of a chauvinistic and liberal mindset. Incidences of actresses getting harassed, groped and raped by directors and co-actors in the name of help makes us think twice before stepping into those work-fields.It is just an instance, if you open the pandora’s box, more worms of this heinous crime would come out. This movement is a revelation that, if you are suffering from any such situation in your life, then silence is not the answer. But your voice is. Not only the workspace has been contaminated, the pious holy places of worship are also polluted by the male chauvinistic attitude.

#MeToo A RESOLUTION

It’s high time for us to promise ourselves that we would never allow ourselves to be exploited.In case it happens don’t keep quiet, because your silence is devils victory. Your one decision of speaking up can save many innocent from falling prey to those misogynists, who thinks women are the second-class citizens, and they have the birthright to exploit and harass them. Come out of the fear and make the resolution that neither you will exploit, nor you will allow someone to exploit. It’s wrong to think that only women are victims, though they are higher in number but even men are not spared. #MeToo is a movement against the mindset that having power doesn’t legitimize your wrong doings.

If one can exploit in the closed corridors, pull them outside and strip their dignified mask.

The present wild scenario of the children falling prey in the hands of pedophiles, young people indulging in rape; and people having money and power sexually harassing and exploiting the struggling talents inside and outside workspace;are a result of the silence which prevailed since long.

Come forward and give words to your pain and fear, not because you’re a victim, but because you are a warrior who has the fire to save a whole generation following us. This sexual crime against humanity needs to be uprooted. I’m joining #METOO, are you joining?

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#HowIWillChange – #MeToo Campaign is trending worldwide.

Women are sharing their stories about sexual harassment in LIFE. Honestly, #MeToo campaign has given women the voice to share their stories. Since Monday, thousands OF women shared their sexual harassment stories by using the hashtag #MeToo. Women are still courageously tweeting their stories.

Undoubtedly, it is shocking.

To sum up, one can say that women are NOT SAFE, at all. Not just women, many men too used the hashtag #MeToo to share their story.

Today, thousands OF men are coming up with their own story using the hashtag #HowIWillChange. This hashtag was coined by Sydney based writer Benjamin Law. In his tweet, he wants men to come ahead and share how they will take a stand to stop the sexual harassment.

Here’s the tweet that has now gone viral.

Guys, it's our turn.

After yesterday's endless #MeToo stories of women being abused, assaulted and harassed, today we say #HowIWillChange.

— Benjamin Law 羅旭能 (@mrbenjaminlaw) October 16, 2017

Following him, many men are tweeting about it too. It is an act to prove that men will NOT keep quiet about sexual harassment and will help women in need, no matter what. Men are also making a promise that they will STOP blaming the victim and will take an action against the person who is sexually harassing women.

Here are the tweets –

#HowIWillChange I will keep showing my 3 sons and one grandson how to honor & respect women.

Guys – meaningful change starts in the home.

— Jesse T. Smith (@Jesse_TSmith) October 17, 2017

https://twitter.com/GrantKnepper2/status/920108214322171909

I will never blame a victim, and I will never stand and watch as a man makes unwanted advances on a woman #HowIWillChange

— Michael (@TrippyTrappy_Jr) October 17, 2017

#HowIWillChange means not being a bystander while women expend emotional labour to protect their safety; no longer apathy, but action

— Dominic Bambi (@garliquorice) October 16, 2017

https://twitter.com/AlexDruuuce/status/920068265300258818

Creating safe spaces for women, and calling each other out and talking about it, not being silent, or complicit..#HowIWillChange

— Craig (@craigw250) October 18, 2017

It is indeed good to see that men are coming ahead and speaking up. Many men gave a negative response too saying that they’re NOT the problem in this and later Benjamin replied by saying “You’re a problem when you ignore it too.”

It is clear that we can come together and help each other to change this. In the end, women are NOT into this alone but there are MEN who are victims too.

So it is necessary to take a stand.

#HowIWillChange – Share your thoughts on this matter in the comment section. 

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#MeToo Campaign – Since yesterday, #MeToo Campaign is trending on all the social media sites. It is a two word term that is coined by actress Alyssa Milano, but is that really enough? Absolutely NOT, right? Since the Harvey Weinstein incident, many women are coming forward to share their story. On Facebook and on Twitter, women are still courageously sharing their story. Some women are simply leaving “MeToo” words to tell the world that they were sexually abused in LIFE. Whereas, some women are talking about it in depth.

Many Hollywood actresses are supporting this campaign with their whole heart and are urging women to come out and speak. Like I mentioned, many women are sharing their stories and undeniably, these will hit you hard.

Here are some tweets –

https://twitter.com/NatalieOvics/status/920172652085395456

To the person that was supposed to be my friend and decided to drug me and assault me #MeToo

— Sheila (@SGenesis87) October 17, 2017

I was too young to even understand what was happening. I was too young to even know it was okay to say no. I was too young #metoo

— 🍑 Uhhh Duchess 🍑 (@LadyFluffbutt) October 17, 2017

I was 8 when I was sexually assaulted, lasted for 2 years. It took me 2 years to find courage to tell someone what was happening #MeToo

— °∵saltay∵° (@LeSoulCharacter) October 17, 2017

#MeToo infact I was alone because I was made to feel like it was nothing even by close friends and family

— Catrina De (@catsart33) October 17, 2017

#metoo because it never truly leaves you. because they take a piece of you with them. because i'm still not okay.

— julia (@JK_Kender) October 17, 2017

The most heartbreaking one.

She didn't survive, so I'll tweet for her #MeToo

— T M (@5351a6969d65445) October 17, 2017

Not only women, even men are coming FORWARD to share and support others.

The Harvey Weinstein incident has opened many eyes and it is clear, that such behavior won’t be tolerated by women anymore. In the midst of this, again the question that remains is, what will be the next step? Is this going to stop such happenings? The answer might be NO. AFTER reading so many heartbreaking stories, one can clearly say that an action needs to be taken. This isn’t the First time women are sharing their story. With this new campaign, let’s hope that this stops.

Many users are showing their support –

just because everyone saying #metoo isn’t sharing their story, doesn’t mean there isn’t one. you are brave. you are strong. you are loved.

— 𝓈 💀 (@gracesfonda) October 17, 2017

There's a reason #MeToo is trending rather than #NotMe. Can anyone find a woman who HASN'T dealt with this issue? Wake up, people.

— Maureen Rich Wallace (@OpHaveItAll) October 17, 2017

#MeToo Campaign : This #MeToo Campaign proves that women are NOT SAFE at workplace, streets and even at their home. So to avoid that; an action needs to be provided. All the women out there, BE STRONG and take action. Times are changing and you need to STAND UP FOR YOURSELF when others are too weak to help us. WE CAN FIGHT AND WE SHOULD, TO STOP THIS. I know it’s hard to survive in pain like this, but we need to save ourselves when others try to shut us down. All the men out there, we know that some of you are victims too. So raise your voice and know that we can bring a CHANGE.

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