Why are so many women silent about what is happening to other women and girls today?

The Ballad of the Thorn-Crowned Maidens - a folkloric tale for Halloween.

It is crucial for society to stand in solidarity with victims and ensure their voices are heard.

Accountability is key to combating wilful blindness. Individuals and at organisations should put processes in place to hold themselves responsible for their actions.

the legitimacy of authority. When we perceive someone as an expert, we’re much more likely to comply, whether that means pressing a shock switch in an experiment or clucking like a chicken under stage lights.

When no one challenges harmful behaviour, a person may start believing their actions are acceptable.