Because Feelings Matter #15: Social Activist Faces Down Cyber-Bullying

Ain Husniza, #MakeSchoolASaferPlace

22-Nov-22 16:00

Because Feelings Matter #15: Social Activist Faces Down Cyber-Bullying

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In April 2021, a 17-year-old Malaysian student posted a TikTok video expressing her horror over a rape joke made by her teacher. Within a month, everyone knew Ain Husniza’s name, and her subsequent activism in starting the #MakeSchoolASaferPlace social movement. But for her outspoken advocacy, she has been socially ostracised, cyber-bullied, and body-shamed. On this episode of Because Feelings Matter, she opens up about the turbulent experiences since she began her advocacy, and how she manages her vulnerabilities.

Image Credit: Ain Husniza and Instagram/Ain Husniza

Produced by: Tee Shiao Eek

Presented by: Tee Shiao Eek

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Categories: Law/Activism, education, wellness

Tags: mental health, cyber bullying, body shaming, rape, sexual harassment, women's rights, becausefeelingsmatter,

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