Disturbed, distressed, disgusted Is how I feel My stomach churns The body shivers I am nauseous With vivid memories When I read or hear Of sexual predators Do they feel like me? Those who are touched poked, squeezed, groped, violated Whistled, stared or laughed at Chased or simply followed? Many are the ways In which the weak hurt the meek What must we seek Escape, respite, justice Or healing, freedom, joy and peace?

South and Central Asia

Untitled verse, unbridled words

Leadership 

Gender-based Violence

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