Why is it on women to “fix” the issue of women’s safety?

From being told to carry pepper spray to changing their entire routines to avoid danger, women have long been expected to shoulder the responsibility for their own safety — but why? 

 

In this week's episode, Sami and Ami are joined by Leah, a thoughtful and passionate advocate, to unpack why the burden of safety so often falls on women instead of addressing the root causes of harm. Together, they dive into cultural conditioning, victim-blaming, male accountability, institutional failures, and the role the media plays in reinforcing these harmful narratives. They also explore how the stakes are even higher for marginalized women and how “solutions” like workplace self-defense classes or “share your ride” apps don’t solve the real problem. Plus, personal stories, reflections on motherhood, and a much-needed conversation about how men, institutions, and communities can step up.

 

It’s time to shift the narrative—and the responsibility—away from women, for good.