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Chapter Overview
Chapter 1: The #MeToo hashtag exploded online, spurring millions worldwide to share sexual assault experiences and stories.
Chapter 2: At a very young age, Burke’s life was shattered by a sexual violation.
Chapter 3: At her new Catholic school, Burke wrestled with shame and sought atonement there.
Chapter 4: An intensive lesson in Black history set Burke on a different course entirely.
Chapter 5: Discovering Maya Angelou’s work left Burke feeling less alone as a survivor.
Chapter 6: A leadership camp helped Burke grow fully into her own as an activist.
Chapter 7: Relocating to the American South gave Burke the chance to thrive as a leader and organizer.
Chapter 8: Upon becoming pregnant, Burke vowed to protect her child at any and all costs.
Chapter 9: The 21C leadership betrayed Burke by enabling sexual abuse within the wider community.
Chapter 10: To pursue the work she cared about most, Burke had to confront and process her own trauma.
Description
Unbound (2021) is a powerful memoir by Tarana Burke, the founder of the Me Too movement. Survivors of sexual abuse stay silent because of shame and victim-blaming around the abuse. The Me Too movement has created a remarkable community of survivors who support each other in challenging stigma and holding perpetrators to account.
Who Should Listen
- Followers of #MeToo who want to find out where it all began
- Survivors of sexual assault looking for an inspiring story about how to heal in spite of obstacles
- Activists who want to learn more about Burke’s unique approach to fighting for social justice