Happening now: @mlkrook is discussing her new book on violence against women in politics, with additional insights from @ullmer_deborah, @sarahinthesen8, @fispahani
& @MC_alanis! https://twitter.com/NDI/status/1303800349124427776
. @mlkrook: semiotic violence is perhaps the most common form of violence against women politicians. The term describes the use of language & images to harm and humiliate women. It's about delegitimating the woman as a political actor and question her ability to serve.
What can be done besides legislation? Awareness-raising is crucial: individual women sharing their experiences, drafting manifestos, raising action alerts. @NDIWomen's #NotTheCost initiative is one great example.
@fispahani: Male politicians are also attacked. But sexual violence, threats of sexual violence, and death threats centered on honor are usually targeted at women.
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