'Rape list' part of misogyny girls face at school
A group of teenage girls in Tyneside has produced a film highlighting the prevalence of misogyny, including 'rape lists' and violent threats, within their schools. The government has pledged to introduce new measures to help teachers address these attitudes.
Why it matters
The report underscores a growing concern regarding the normalization of violent misogyny among youth and its impact on the safety and mental health of schoolgirls.
Image source, This Life Collective Image caption, Threats of violence, abuse and sexism experienced by schoolgirls are included in the campaign video
A group of teenage girls have said they feel "worthless" and "frightened" as a result of the extreme misogyny they regularly experience.
The students, from Tyneside, have spoken out after making a film about the language they endure at school and online.
Many comments are too explicit to share, but they include threats of violence and rape often masked as "banter". One girl described how disturbed she had been after a "rape list" was made by boys in her school.
The government said it was "taking bold and decisive action to halve violence against women and girls", with changes being introduced from September to help teachers challenge misogyny.
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