This Is Why We Need More Women to Write

If you were silenced, writing is how you can reclaim your voice.

Marta Brzosko
Apr 7, 2020 · 7 min read
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Patriarchy is a strange thing. Even though I know it exists, I’m hesitant to write about it. I’ve been silenced by society before — also when talking about feminism. Many of my male friends don’t see the need for it anymore. To them, it appears that equality has already been achieved.

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