< Translator’s note: The original formatting of the stories has been preserved. The translations aim to remain as close as possible to each author's original wording and expression.

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One late evening, I stood at a bus stop alone.

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Suddenly, I heard rustling behind me. Having turned around, I saw a man masturbating, looking at me.

 

I was so scared, I was afraid to move and just waited for the bus to come.

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Nastia; story shared in 2022 as part of the campaign “16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.”