The word “slut” has to be the most ridiculous word ever invented; most likely by a man who was more of a slut than the woman he was slut shaming. I have always been called a slut; from (ex) boyfriends who mistakenly thought I was cheating on them, to the sleaziest guys who knew nothing about me and had no idea that I wasn’t sleeping with anyone. So I was so happy to see that someone is reclaiming the demeaning word, which unfairly judges women for what men do every day.
As part of an awareness campaign against sexual violence against women and victim blaming, a massive “Slut Walk” is planned for Oct 3rd in downtown Los Angeles. Singer Nicki Minaj has contributed $5,000 to the event. Organized by Amber Rose, the walk promotes the “anti-slut shaming movement”– that raises awareness of the double standard.
According to Rose, “The word exploded into a new but disturbing context after a Toronto police officer told a crowd of college women that they shouldn’t dress like sluts. This sparked a worldwide campaign that outraged men and women across the country. Join the movement on this cause against sexual injustice, victim blaming, derogatory labeling and gender inequality.”
To participate in the walk or donate, click here. “Funds will be used for sexual awareness education, HIV testing and to help groups and organizations of women who have been subject to slut shaming, a lack of implication of double standards, sexual assault, and even rape.”
We’re going and we hope to see all you major sluts there!