Roundtable Series#2, Session #5, “Me Too”



The ‘Me Too’ movement was founded by Tarana Burke in 2006 to raise awareness of women who had been abused. According to Ms. Burke, the movement is about dismantling the misuse of power and privilege which can also lead to racism and sexism. Let’s discuss how the movement confronts patriarchy. How has the history of commodification as it relates to the Black female body in America promoted sexual violence against Black women? Do you feel this movement adequately addresses the importance of consent? Do you feel sexual violence against women can be abolished without dismantling the patriarchy? As a Black woman, what steps have you taken to feel safe/safer in your own body?