The "Me Too" movement is a social movement and awareness campaign against sexual abuse, sexual harassment, and rape culture, where survivors share their experiences. Tarana Burke, a social activist, initially used the phrase "Me Too" on Myspace in 2006 to promote "empowerment through empathy" among women of color who had been sexually abused. The movement aims to provide a platform for survivors of sexual violence to share their stories, bringing awareness to the widespread nature of the issue.
The hashtag #MeToo went viral in October 2017 after multiple sexual abuse allegations against film producer Harvey Weinstein surfaced. Actress Alyssa Milano encouraged women to use the phrase "Me Too" on social media to demonstrate the prevalence of sexual harassment and assault. The movement expanded globally, with people in at least 85 countries using the hashtag. The "Me Too" movement's impact includes companies firing accused individuals, governments passing legislation to support survivors, and an increased awareness of sexual violence.
