Sofi Oksanen

Sofi Oksanen, a Finnish-Estonian author, and Tatyana Tymoshenta, a therapist for rape survivors in Ukraine, delve into the harrowing intersections of gender and warfare. Oksanen highlights how historical misogyny influences current conflicts, while Tymoshenta shares insights on the psychological trauma faced by survivors. They discuss the use of sexual violence as a weapon, the economic incentives driving participation in warfare, and the urgent need for accountability and healing in the aftermath of violence against women.