Every Woman I Know: A Sad and Honest Look at Sexual Violence

”. . . very rarely are the brave women who speak out doing so with any expectation of reparations - we know the odds are against us. ” These are the worrying words of Alyssa Meadows as she opens up about victims of sexual violence.

After almost a decade working as a photographer - all whilst being deeply concerned about women’s issues - Alyssa has been able to bring the two together. Her project, Every Woman I Know, takes a brave and honest look at the range of examples of sexual violence women have experienced. In this portrait series are women Alyssa knows personally. And whilst they share their story, she also shares hers. Through public and anonymous portraits, and with the use of the written word, she has created a photography project that aims to educate and give a safe space for others that may wish to come forward and discuss their experience. Two years after starting it, we spoke to Alyssa to learn more about this on-going series. .

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2019-5-9 16:00

Источник: thephoblographer.com

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