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If you see harassment happening, speak up. Being harassed is terrible; having bystanders pretend they don't notice is infinitely worse.
Celeste Ng
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Standing against harassment and supporting victims is crucial in creating a safe environment.

This quote emphasizes the importance of speaking out against harassment. It highlights that while experiencing harassment is horrific, the silence of bystanders adds to the victim's suffering, suggesting that active support and intervention can make a significant difference in addressing such issues.

Themes

HarassmentBystanderSupportCourageSilence

In practice

Example use cases

During a talk about community safety, this quote can be used to encourage audience members to take action.

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