In December, the newspaper published an article titled 'As a Woman, You Are Safe Nowhere', where five women from Munich shared their experiences of feeling unsafe while out at night alone. These narratives highlighted the pervasive sense of insecurity that women face, particularly emphasizing that the real issue lies with male behavior rather than systemic failures like public transportation. One specific account featured a woman named Viktória, who was harassed on the subway after a visit to Oktoberfest and received no assistance from bystanders.

The issue of women's fear in public spaces has gained significant attention in recent debates about city life and safety. The author of the piece, Tanja Rest, offers an opposing viewpoint, suggesting that the dominant fear narrative actually harms women by limiting their freedom and agency in public spaces. Instead of acknowledging their presence and rights, the fear-focused discourse tends to reinforce negative stereotypes about women's vulnerability and shapes policies that may not address the root causes of safety concerns.

Rest argues that empowering women to reclaim public spaces is essential and posits that instead of crafting policies that cater to the fear narrative, society should focus on changing the behaviors that contribute to violence and harassment. By challenging the narratives surrounding women's experiences at night, the author hopes to inspire a shift that allows women to feel confident and safe to occupy and enjoy public spaces without fear.