Amy C, Museum Education Professional, WRITER , ACTIVIST, QUEER.

A portfolio and online journal by Amy C, Museum Education Professional. Sharing original poetry, articles, artwork, and reflections on museum education, social justice, and personal values including feminism, LGBT+ rights, anti-racism, and equality. With over three years in learning and engagement roles, I contribute to Birmingham Museums Trust by fostering meaningful, inclusive experiences that celebrate diverse histories. My expertise lies in audience development, team management, and delivering creative programs that inspire a love of learning, particularly in the domains of feminism and the ancient world. At Birmingham Museums Trust, I led the development of impactful events such as the annual 'International Women and Girls in Science Day,' emphasizing collaboration and community engagement. My mission is to create accessible opportunities for learning while empowering teams and contributing to organizational growth.

You’re 15.

Sat on an uncomfortable, ugly, blue, plastic chair.

In a circle.

Facing your peers.

You’re all exhausted.

It is raining outside.

It is November.

It’s PSHE.

You’re learning about rape.

You listen to the definition.

You suddenly feel violently nauseous.

The room spins.

And his face flashes across your eyes.

You blink.

Rub them.

And grit your teeth.

You do not know how to process what you’ve just finally put a name to.

And so,

You pretend you don’t know its name.

You refuse to let it cross your lips.

To give it sound, and thus power.

To speak it would make it real.

To make it real would make it unbearable.

https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-help/was-i-raped/

https://www.actionaid.org.uk/our-work/vawg/rape


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