We Won’t be silenced
Author: Audrey Lee O’Donnell
We Won’t Be Silenced is a groundbreaking collection that tackles the stigmas surrounding reproductive health and its intersections with everyday life. Through a mosaic of diverse, first-person narratives, the book presents an honest look at the often-silenced experiences of people of all backgrounds. From a teenager exploring sexuality for the first time to an older individual recalling their fight for abortion access in the 1970s, each story is a voice defying societal taboos. It highlights individuals facing housing instability while struggling to access menstrual products and teens navigating birth control options amidst cultural pressures.
Covering critical yet underrepresented topics, We Won’t Be Silenced includes discussions on sexual health education, menstruation, sexual pleasure, abortion, reproductive advocacy, body image, toxic masculinity, LGBTQIA+ experiences, teen pregnancy, domestic violence, sexual assault, and sexually transmitted infections. Each chapter provides a unique lens through which readers can confront these essential, albeit challenging, issues, encouraging them to rethink social norms and confront ingrained biases. Designed with accessibility in mind, the book offers readers the freedom to skip to chapters that resonate most with their personal journey or interests.
Ultimately, We Won’t Be Silenced serves as a catalyst for conversation and awareness, inspiring readers to reconsider their own views, foster empathy, and perhaps spark open discussions in their communities. Whether you’re looking for validation in your own experiences or seeking to understand others’ journeys, this collection offers a powerful reminder: no one should feel silenced when it comes to reproductive health and well-being.
This book is available online and can be purchased at online bookstores.