RT Article
T1 Rape victim advocates’ perceptions of a racial bias in the #MeToo movement
JF Journal of ethnicity in criminal justice
VO 22
IS 4
SP 316
OP 335
A1 Maier, Shana L.
LA English
YR 2024
UL https://krimdok.uni-tuebingen.de/Record/1909589136
AB While applauded as important for survivors, the #MeToo movement is criticized for ignoring survivors of color. Interviews with 41 rape victim advocates reveal that they perceive a racial bias in the movement. Eighteen advocates note that an African American woman started the movement, but it did not garner attention until taken over by White survivors and celebrities. Advocates perceive that the movement does not give victims of color a voice, and they are not believed (15 advocates discuss). According to 13 advocates, the movement reflects societal racial bias and blame of survivors of color. Understanding advocates’ perceptions could improve the recognition and inclusion of survivors of color, not only by the #MeToo movement but also in general sexual victimization awareness.
K1 victim advocate
K1 Rape
K1 Racial Bias
K1 #MeToo movement
DO 10.1080/15377938.2024.2400358