Women for Women – Everyday sexism: Laura Bates explains why ‘ordinary heckles’ should not be ignored

by Will Corry on September 17, 2012 in Lead story, Retail News, Special Issue, Women for Women

Bum pinching. Wolf-whistling. Being heckled and honked at by passing drivers. Staying in the office while your workmates visit a lap dancing club with clients.

These are all forms of sexism British women endure and ignore every day – but one website is attempting to change that.

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