The MeToo movement is a social movement against sexual harassment and assault, in which people publicly share their experiences. The phrase was first used in 2006 by the American activist Tarana Burke, who wanted to support survivors, particularly young women of color. It spread worldwide in October 2017, after The New York Times and The New Yorker published reports of sexual abuse accusations against the film producer Harvey Weinstein, and the actress Alyssa Milano encouraged people to use the hashtag on social media. Millions of posts followed, and many powerful men in entertainment, media, business and politics faced allegations. The movement led to resignations, legal cases and changes in workplace policies, and it also prompted debate about due process and fairness.
Before and after
- 24 September 20172017 German federal election
- 26 September 20172017 Har Adar shooting
- 1 October 2017Catalan independence referendum, 2017
- 1 October 20172017 Las Vegas shooting
- October 2017Rise of MeToo movement
- 12 October 2017Turkish military operation in Idlib Governorate
- 19 October 2017'Oumuamua is the first interstellar object seen in the solar system
- 27 October 2017Catalan declaration of independence
- 31 October 20172017 Lower Manhattan attack
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