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Two days ago I made a post exposing the man, who raped me at the age of 17. I was unconscious and, most likely, drugged. We went to university together and at that time knew each other for two months.
I got hundreds of messages of support. I feel heard. I am crying from happiness. From dropping this weight off my shoulders.
Several women came out and said, that he abused them, too. Some were almost raped.
I named and shamed him, and I am afraid. Not because the fact he can take me to court (he can only take me to civil court in my home country, but I live abroad), but because his family is well connected.
I am scared, but I did it anyway. 17 year old me is so proud of me today.
Any words of encouragement would be great. As I'm scared of what will happen next.
I am insanely proud of you, you did a brave thing. There are others who know you are telling the truth as they experienced it themselves. Would you all consider speaking out together? Would the media be interested?
You are awesome. You are brave. Not only that but you gave those other women the strength to be brave.
18-year-old me isn't that brave yet, but you've gotten me one step closer.
We're all so proud of you! Such a brave thing to do. They deserve to be named and shamed like this!!!!
You are a hero. Brava! You did the right thing and I am so, so proud of you.
That took courage and iron will. You absolutely did the right thing and should be proud of yourself.