'Make women feel seen': Why the Dutch have a new word for labia
Campaigners hope the new words will lead to less body shaming and more sex positivity.
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Notable Quotes
"Language shapes how we see ourselves."
— Shari Klein , Activist
"It's also about sex positivity and reducing body shaming."
— Esther Van der Valk , Activist
"With a new word we can challenge the myths that seek to control women's sexuality and freedom."
— Sonja Ghaderi , Activist
Key People
Part of the prominent Dutch feminist group Dolle Mina.
Journalist who started a petition to change 'Shamlippen' to 'Vulvalippen' in Germany.
Journalist who co-started a petition to change terminology for women's anatomy in Germany.
Feminist podcast host who started a petition to change the term 'hysterectomy'.
One of the founders of the Schaamteloos campaign, which targets words that use 'schaam' or 'shame'.
Representative of the association for sexuality education (RFSU) in Sweden.
Editor of the Dikke van Dale dictionary.
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Campaigners hope the new words will lead to less body shaming and more sex positivity.
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