“She’s UGLY!” is what I heard the guy say after he looked over at me. As he and his friend laughed I sat there without showing emotion and pretended I didn’t hear anything. Inside I was hurt, humiliated and most of all embarrassed. I internalized his statement and my confidence plummeted along with my self-esteem. […]
The InStepp Blog: Our Perspective
Visit the InStepp Blog often to get our perspective on issues and local events. Our bloggers continually scan the internet looking for news, ideas and other information of potential interest to our readers.
Women in Politics: Toward a More Representative Government
As a woman interested in public service, it can be hard to find uplifting headlines, especially when it comes to top leadership positions. That is why I was happy to see the recent news that New Zealand just elected its third female Prime Minister, Jacinda Ardern, who is the country’s youngest leader in 150 years […]
The Power of “Me Too”
There’s nothing easy about sharing an experience with sexual harassment or assault. For many, including myself, it can be a challenge to navigate the range of emotions and thoughts that come up when talking about this delicate subject. However, the outpour of support and courage from the recent “Me Too” social media campaign has offered […]