Exhibition: The Power of Society to Stop Sexual Harassment

(Social power exhibition against sexual assault)

Do not dictate my attire.

The exhibition displayed clothing worn by victims of sexual assault. (Reading the text and viewing the victims' clothing was quite disturbing.) This is a social problem that needs to be addressed by members of society themselves.

A small but impactful exhibition.

The film's brevity is not due to a lack of content, but rather a deliberate choice to avoid excessive exposition. The absence of lengthy dialogue compels viewers to engage with the film on a deeper level, prompting them to question the societal norms depicted.

Repeatedly encountering sexual harassment.

I have recently noticed that this trend has been gaining traction overseas, and I was surprised to learn that it has also reached Thailand.

The "Power of Society to Stop Sexual Harassment" exhibition urges viewers to reconsider their perspectives. It challenges the societal misconception that "asking for it" through attire justifies sexual assault. This harmful stereotype needs to be eradicated from Thai society. A visit to the exhibition is highly recommended.

The exhibition presented a concise and impactful message, despite its limited content. However, it sparked a critical discussion within society, raising the question of whether clothing and attire truly contribute to sexual assault. The exhibition's message challenged the notion that a lack of clothing or specific attire is the primary cause of sexual assault, instead highlighting the importance of awareness and mutual respect.

The claim that men are naturally driven by visual stimuli and cannot control their sexual urges is often used to justify inappropriate behavior. However, this argument ignores the crucial role of self-control and moral responsibility in shaping human actions. Clothing choices may not directly influence sexual desire, but they can serve as a reminder of social norms and personal boundaries. Ultimately, it is the individual's capacity for self-restraint and respect for others that determines their actions, not their attire.

She is not just a man, a woman, or a transgender person, but a human being who wants to live a normal life in society. How she likes to dress is a personal preference, and no one should be judged for being raped because of their revealing clothing. Just like how people dress, it is a personal preference.

The clothing displayed in the exhibition belonged to victims who were sexually assaulted (raped) on the day of the incident. The incident occurred in Thailand and permission to display the clothing was granted by the Women and Men Progressive Foundation, UN Women, and Ms. Cindy Sirinya, who jointly organized this exhibition.

We inquired with the staff about the displayed clothing. They informed us that the victim had contacted the foundation for assistance. The victim sought help for issues such as sexual harassment and family problems. The staff then contacted the victim to request permission to display the clothing. This is just a small sample of the individuals who have reached out for assistance.

This exhibition will feature videos showcasing the positive perspectives of various celebrities and artists on this topic. These include Opal Panisara, Kant Kantathavorn, Ploy Treechada, Lukkade Metinee, Mai Davika, and Aukkana Chutimon, among others.

Let's examine the clothing of each victim to understand the underlying social issues or crimes involved.

Let's take a look at the first set.

This is the outfit I wore that day.

This is the outfit I wore that day: a long-sleeved shirt and long jeans. I wore it to a job interview. I was trying to find a job to help with family expenses. I was sexually assaulted without my consent.

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The black t-shirt and shorts I wore that day were the same ones I had on when I went to play Songkran with five or six female friends. A group of teenage boys approached us, smearing us with white powder and taking the opportunity to grope us, touching our cheeks and breasts.


This is the outfit I wore that day.
A t-shirt, cartoon-patterned shorts. I was 4 years old. I was raped by my uncle, but I didn't dare tell anyone because I was scared.


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This is the outfit I wore that day: a long, black, sleeveless jumpsuit. I wore it to meet the perpetrator, a famous person I admired. I never imagined I would be lured into a situation where I would be sexually assaulted.


"For the Women and Men for a Better Society Foundation (WMBSF)"

A private development organization with legal status, playing a role in promoting gender equality, encouraging the participation of men and women in community networks, government and private sectors, and integrating the work of men and women to help prevent and solve domestic violence problems sustainably. The foundation's work emphasizes changing attitudes to have a perspective that understands victims of domestic violence and sexual violence, recognizing the human value of victims. By understanding the concept of male chauvinism, which both women, men, and alternative genders have received from their families, education systems, media, religion, politics, and culture, as well as stimulating factors from vices such as alcohol, drugs, gambling, and societal gender bias that stigmatizes victims as bad women, bad wives, bad mothers, and bad children, resulting in widespread violence.

Objective

1. To protect and uphold the rights of women and men.

2. To promote and support the network of women and men to participate in creating gender equality.

3. To promote education and cultivate positive attitudes towards gender equality.

The original text is in Thai and translates to:

4. Collaborate with various organizations for public benefit.

Here is the breakdown of the translation:

  • ร่วมมือกับ - Collaborate with
  • องค์กรต่างๆ - Various organizations
  • เพื่อสาธารณประโยชน์ - For public benefit

I hope this is helpful! Let me know if you have any other questions.

Vision

Both men and women have a role to play in addressing and preventing gender-based violence.

Slogan

The original text is in Thai and translates to "Women and men create equality."

Here are some additional translations with different tones and styles:

Formal:

  • Women and men work together to achieve equality.
  • The pursuit of equality requires the collaboration of both women and men.

Informal:

  • Guys and gals, let's team up for equality!
  • Equality is a shared responsibility for everyone, regardless of gender.

Poetic:

  • In the tapestry of life, women and men weave threads of equality.
  • Together, we rise, hand in hand, towards a world where all are equal.

Humorous:

  • Equality: It's not just for women anymore! (Just kidding, guys, we're in this together.)
  • Men and women: Working together to make the world a more equal place, one step at a time. (And maybe a few laughs along the way.)

Motivational:

  • Let us join hands, women and men, to build a world where equality reigns supreme.
  • Together, we can create a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive, regardless of gender.

Inspirational:

  • Imagine a world where women and men stand side by side, equal in every way. Let us make that dream a reality.
  • The pursuit of equality is a journey we must undertake together, women and men, hand in hand.

I hope this gives you a variety of options to choose from. Please let me know if you have any other questions.

Phone: 0-2513-2889 Fax: 0-2513-2856

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Consult the Progressive Women and Men Foundation.

Monday - Friday 09.00-15.00 hrs. Except for public holidays

0-2513-2889


Free admission.

On display at Paragon, 1st floor, from June 25th to July 1st, 2018.

The event will then be moved to the fourth floor.

Bangkok Art and Culture Centre (next to MBK Center) from July 3rd to July 15th, 2018

DressHowYouWant

UN Women

StopSexualHarassment: The Power of Society


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