Mar 18 • 17:52 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil Folha (PT)

Influencers discuss misogyny and push for measures against gender violence

Influencers in Brazil are critically discussing misogyny and advocating for measures to combat gender violence following viral videos that simulate aggression against women.

In Brazil, several influencers have engaged in a critical dialogue about misogyny, particularly in response to viral videos where men simulate aggression against women under the guise of humor. This trend has gained momentum close to International Women's Day, highlighting the alarming normalization of such violent humor. Influencers are actively challenging the misogynistic narratives prevalent in the so-called 'machosphere' and the redpill community, which is known for promoting misogynistic discourse and hate against women.

The conversation around misogyny in Brazil has intensified, especially after a high-profile case involving a man accused of a collective rape of a 17-year-old girl who was found wearing a t-shirt that read "I don't regret anything". This phrase, popularized by controversial influencer Andrew Tate, symbolizes the toxic attitudes perpetuated by certain men within online communities that glorify and enable violence against women. Such incidents have drawn significant public attention and condemnation, prompting a broader societal reflection on the implications of these misogynistic attitudes.

Statistics revealing that Brazil suffers from 15 collective rapes daily between 2022 and 2025, along with a record number of femicides exceeding 1500 cases last year, amplify the urgency for change. These alarming figures, reported by the Ministry of Health and Justice, demonstrate that beyond the viral content, there remains a critical need for effective measures and policies to combat gender violence. The influencers' efforts to raise awareness about misogyny represent a pivotal moment in the ongoing fight against gender-based violence in Brazil, as society mobilizes to address these issues holistically.

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