Speak Up, Speak Out:

male victims of sexual assault, violence and rape

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In a world where injustice too often thrives in the shadows, Jorge’s voice rises with urgency. “My name is Jorge… I want to talk about what it means to speak up when something isn’t right,” he begins, looking directly into the camera. His words are not rehearsed slogans, but lived experience.Jorge reflects on moments when silence felt safer than confrontation. He recalls watching harm unfold, feeling the weight of fear press against his chest, and the temptation to turn away. “When we keep quiet, we give power to the people doing harm,” he warns. His tone sharpens, cutting through the passivity that silence breeds.But speaking out is not without cost. Jorge acknowledges the risk: reputations, relationships, and even safety can be jeopardized. Yet, he insists that the danger of staying quiet is far greater. “Sometimes speaking up puts you at risk… but not speaking up puts everyone at risk.”For Jorge, accountability extends beyond individuals. The systems and structures that enable abuse must also be confronted. “We need to change structures that allow abuse to continue,” he declares, a reminder that silence does not only shield abusers but props up the institutions that protect them.The video crescendos in a call to action that is both personal and collective. Jorge’s final words linger: “When you see something wrong—say something. Your voice matters.”His message is clear. Speaking out is not just an act of courage; it is an act of solidarity, a moral duty, and a spark for change. The silence of one person may enable injustice, but the voices of many can dismantle it.