As a result of online misogyny, many women renounce political careers, self-censor or refrain from speaking out, while illiberal actors and authoritarians become ever bolder in their use of social media as a tool to silence opposition, roll back women’s rights and erode democratic institutions. We cannot let these practices continue, and we cannot let platforms who are able to make substantive change continue to skirt their responsibilities.
Author: Kristina Wilfore
Kristina Wilfore is a co-founder of #ShePersisted Global, a campaign and elections expert and adjunct professor with The George Washington University’s Elliott School of International Affairs.