The lines here were found in the news and on social media reflecting the experiences and trauma of victims of rape.
Category Archive: Women
Events and Issues related to women, feminism and women’s issues.
“Say That” by Anne McCrady appeared in the 2019 international anthology Living Peace, commemorating the U.N. International Day of Peace and those living compassionate lives of service.
“Beaks & Bones” was written in memory of beloved Nature poet Mary Oliver.
“Why We Didn’t” was prompted by the #MeToo movement, the Bill Cosby conviction and the Kavanaugh controversy.
“Blurted” explores the impulse to make inappropriate comments in public, as President Trump has repeatedly done.
“Health. Care. Well. Being.” considers American moral health in light of the current U.S. healthcare bill.
“Women and Children” was written in response to the global plight of families who are seeking immigration.
“What Next” expresses the shock of the U.S. Elections result, especially for women.
“Ripples” is inspired by Google honoring pioneer scientist and inventor Hertha Marks Ayrton’s 162nd birthday with its doodle.
“Ummah” affirms the importance of Community as a core value for Arab Leaders.
Poet With a Press Pass 