In today's society, sexual harassment and violence are frequent, and victims often become the focus of public attention. Regrettably, however, some often place the blame on the victims, depriving them of their rights by "victim guilt". The existence of this view not only causes victims to suffer a second injury, but also exacerbates gender inequality. This article will look at the absurdity of the victim guilt theory from multiple incidents, and call on society to give respect and support to the victims.
In May 2020, there was an incident in Chongqing in which a woman was sexually harassed by a driver while riding an online ride-hailing service. In **, the driver asks for a kiss very**, and someone denigrates the female passenger's dress in the comment section, placing the blame on her dress choice. However, women's clothing is not directly related to being sexually harassed, and this view is discriminatory and harmful to victims. Everyone has the right to choose how they dress, and under no circumstances should victims be denied the right to be treated with respect and justice because of what they wear.
We need to think outside the box and reject gender bias against women. Regardless of whether the victim is male or female, regardless of what they are wearing, they should be treated with equal respect and attention. Only by educating everyone in society about the importance of gender equality can we truly change the phenomenon of guilt against victims.
Hurtful speech to the victim is a means of doubly harming the victim. In the incident of three female students of Guangdong Institute of Petrochemical Technology being splashed with sulfuric acid, a large number of voices blaming the victims appeared on social **, claiming that their actions were self-inflicted. However, whatever they do does not justify the actions of the abuser. The perpetrator's actions are wrong, and we should focus on their malicious and violent behavior, rather than trying to find out the victim's fault.
This kind of hurtful speech to the victim is completely unacceptable. We should stand up and speak up for the victims and call on society to respect and support the victims. In this process, we need to resist this hurtful speech to victims, so that more people can understand the plight of victims and the challenges they face.
The case of beating his ex-girlfriend to death on the street in Song County, Luoyang, is distressing, and the defendant's behavior is extremely cruel and intolerable. However, in this case, the victim girl was accused of "splitting her legs" and "withdrawing from the marriage without returning the bride price", which completely violated the bottom line of morality and humanity. Whatever the victim has done is not a valid reason to be subjected to violence. We should pay attention to the behaviour of the perpetrators, as well as the accountability and sanctions against them.
The victim guilt theory is not only harmful to the victim, but also harmful to society. It reinforces perceptions of gender inequality, gives perpetrators an excuse to rationalize, and deprives victims of their rights and voices. In order to build an equal and just society, we need to abandon the guilt of victims and pay attention to and support the rights and interests of victims.
In order to change the phenomenon of victim guilt, every member of society should work together. First, we need to raise awareness of gender equality, reverse stereotypes, and reject prejudice and discrimination against victims. Second, ** and public figures should also take responsibility for refraining from spreading hurtful rhetoric to victims, and instead encourage positive voices and support.
In addition, education is also an important part of problem solving. Schools should strengthen gender education and teach students to respect the rights and interests of others and reject gender bias and violence. Parents should also educate their children about gender equality and develop their empathy and support for victims. It is only through the concerted efforts of society that we can change attitudes towards victims and move societies towards greater equality and justice.
The existence of victim guilt is an aggravation of victims' harm and a manifestation of gender inequality. We should reject this absurdity and give respect and support to the victims. By working together through education and society, we can change our mindset and build a more equal and just society. Let's act together to make dignity and equality for everyone.