ABSTRACT
In this narrative inquiry/reflexivity piece, the author discusses their own emotions, thoughts, feelings, and relationships as related to dominant patriarchy and related rape culture in the context of a keynote speech they gave five years ago. This speech was originally delivered at a university based “Take Back the Night” gathering and march. This is followed up with a current update on their experiences as they relate to the post-rape age. The piece concludes with a comment on the changes in society in the context of challenging cisgenderism and rise of the “Me Too Movement.”
CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
The author declares no potential conflicts of interest with respect to the research, authorship, and/or publication of this article.