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Intervening When You See Harassment Is Easier Than You Think

Jun 14, 2021
Emily May, co-founder and executive director of Hollaback, shares her journey in creating a global movement against harassment. She discusses the power of bystander intervention and offers practical strategies through the five D's of intervention. Emily highlights the importance of community training in de-escalating conflict and effective responses to harassment. Listeners learn how simple actions can empower individuals to create safer environments and the hopeful progress being made in addressing these issues worldwide.
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  • Hollaback empowers individuals globally through free training on bystander intervention, making it easier to combat harassment confidently.
  • The podcast highlights the importance of the 5Ds of bystander intervention as practical steps to effectively address harassment situations.

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The Inspiration Behind Hollaback

Hollaback was founded in 2005 by Emily May and her friends in response to their shared experiences of street harassment in New York City. They were particularly influenced by a viral incident involving a woman named Taunawin, who documented her harassment on the subway after the police dismissed her concerns. This incident highlighted the pervasive issue of harassment that many individuals face, prompting the founders to create a platform where people could share their stories and experiences. Over time, Hollaback evolved from a simple blog into a global organization dedicated to providing resources and training to combat harassment.

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