Re Ali Zafar's latest reward from the Government, let's be clear: this isnt even about whether Ali Zafar is innocent or guilty at this stage. It is a clear signal from the Prime Minister of the country that the issue of sexual harassment should not be taken seriously.
What is equally concerning is that this is the position being taken by the leader of this country at a time when rapists are attacking women on motorways and in their homes. At a time when hardly any woman is safe anywhere in this country.
Problematic even more so because it wasnt just one woman who came forward. As it is, victims of harassment are rarely heard, let alone believed. What you're effectively telling women in this country is: it doesnt matter what has been done to you - what trauma has been
inflicted on your minds & bodies. We dont believe you. And even if we did, it still wouldnt change anything.
It is heartbreaking, as a citizen of this country, to hear that msg from the Prime Minister. As a woman, this msg is disturbing to me, as I'm sure it is for many women.
It is heartbreaking, as a citizen of this country, to hear that msg from the Prime Minister. As a woman, this msg is disturbing to me, as I'm sure it is for many women.
As a man, you will never understand what women go through everyday in this country. Whether it is in public spaces, government offices, courts, schools and universities - you can never even begin to comprehend what harassment feels like. What it feels like when you're standing in
a government office to get your ID card renewed and you feel like you're standing there naked because of the way in which u are being stared at. What it feels like when you give out a business card and your heart sinks because the last 'professional' u gave it to sent u pictures
of his genitals. What it feels like when ur at a protest & a man gropes you like he owns your body as you stand there paralyzed in shock.
I understand men will not understand what it feels like. But the least u can do is not reward alleged harassers. Literally the bare minimum.
I understand men will not understand what it feels like. But the least u can do is not reward alleged harassers. Literally the bare minimum.
It is irresponsible from someone who should know better, considering the significance of the post he holds. A post where he represents not just the male population but also the many girls and women (among others).
Mr. Prime Minister @ImranKhanPTI, please do better. This is basic. We shouldnt even have to say this.
Sincerely,
An exhausted Pakistani woman
Sincerely,
An exhausted Pakistani woman
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