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Sexual harassment on GL

I was shocked the other evening when I a man I encountered on Green Lanes made 'sex' noises at me - clucking and hissing. This hasn't happened to me for years - I am at the wrong end of my fifties and was bundled up in coat and scarves, so I can only assume it was a sort of reflex action at the sight of any woman. It made me feel quite intimidated and uncomfortable, which is doubtless the underlying purpose. 

It also made me conscious that for younger women this must still be a daily experience - this was confirmed by a young friend. I wish I had said something to him at the time, although of course this risks escalating the issue.  I'd be interested to hear other women's experiences.

No wonder one of the placards on the Women's March read "Feminism - back by popular demand".

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Permalink Reply by Antoinette on February 15, 2017 at 20:15
Oh Maddy, I'm sorry you had to experience that. These men are just twas. They get a kick out of unnerving you. I make a point of intervening when I see men harassing other women. I have blossomed into the role of interfering old battle axe. I'm not sure you're as bolshy as I. You were caught off guard so it's unsurprising you were unable to come up with a retort. When I was a younger slimmer model my favourite retort was "in your dreams, pencil dick"....I'm finding it very hard to imagine those words coming from you though!
Permalink Reply by Jane on February 16, 2017 at 12:06

I agree, if you can, shout them out. They exist because they think they can get away with it. Have a suitable retort ready, as Antoinette has wonderfully demonstrated.

Permalink Reply by Maddy on February 16, 2017 at 12:17

I was really taken aback - it hasn't happened to me for many years.

Permalink Reply by Maddy on February 16, 2017 at 12:41

Hard to prove - it's so fleeting but leaves a really bad feeling. I think a poster campaign might have some impact, if anyone bothered to read them.

Permalink Reply by KP on February 16, 2017 at 13:34

Yep have experienced this type of behaviour with men driving by in their car. I find they are shocked if you shout at them or make a rude gesture. They are cowards who get their kicks by trying to intimidate women to make themselves feel 'bigger'. Make them know you think they are disgusting little pervs and don't let them have them the satisfaction of knowing them have unsettled you!

Permalink Reply by Sarah on February 17, 2017 at 7:54
Yes they don't expect you to answer back
Permalink Reply by Sarah on February 17, 2017 at 6:25
I called the police about a man sexually harassing and racially abusing a woman at a bus stop by Turnpike Lane. I told him his behaviour was inappropriate and he got closer and closer and stared at my crotch. Disgusting.
Permalink Reply by Bexthecat on February 17, 2017 at 7:17
Report to police! Women shouldn't have to put up with it
Permalink Reply by Mary on February 17, 2017 at 9:48

I am sorry this happened, it is awful. I think we do need a campaign. I too am in my 50s and the other day a man followed me from GL, it was scary. So, a campaign highlighting the rights of women is due! 

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