I'm willing to deal with that discomfort because I want to give people the same opportunities that I have had. If you truly want to end oppression, be prepared to go through some hard times. Creating social change isn't about gratifying your ego and resting easy in what a wonderful person you are. It's about having the courage to stand by people while they go through what they need to in order to break free from the effects of oppression. It means facing the defensiveness, the discomfort and the fear that comes up for you during those times.
Men are most welcome at Take Back the Night.
If you're going to join us, however, come prepared to deal with some discomfort. I have complete faith that you can face us in our anger and live through it with us. Lori Brown is the office coordinator for the ASUO Women's Center. No feedback has been posted yet.