Ain Husniza Saiful Nizam | |
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Citizenship | Malaysia |
Known for | Activism on sexual harassment in schools |
Ain Husniza Saiful Nizam (born 2004) is a female Malaysian activist, most noted for her activism against rape culture in Malaysian schools.
In April 2021, Husniza posted a video on TikTok and Twitter describing an incident in which her physical education teacher made a rape joke. According to Husniza, the teacher said “If you want to rape someone, make sure they are above 18.” [1] The issue gained significant traction online in Malaysia and ignited nationwide debate about sexual harassment, misogyny, and violence in schools. Husniza went on to start the #MakeSchoolASaferPlace social movement to call attention towards rape culture in schools. Under this broader movement, other students have come forward describing their experiences. [2] The incident was covered internationally by the BBC, Al-Jazeera, and Reuters. [3]
Several months after the initial incident, Husniza and her family moved to a new area after facing social ostracization as a result of Husniza's activism. [4] In December 2021, she and her father were sued by her teacher for posting the video online. [5] They have filed a countersuit and the case is currently ongoing. [6]
Ain Husniza Saiful Nizam | |
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Citizenship | Malaysia |
Known for | Activism on sexual harassment in schools |
Ain Husniza Saiful Nizam (born 2004) is a female Malaysian activist, most noted for her activism against rape culture in Malaysian schools.
In April 2021, Husniza posted a video on TikTok and Twitter describing an incident in which her physical education teacher made a rape joke. According to Husniza, the teacher said “If you want to rape someone, make sure they are above 18.” [1] The issue gained significant traction online in Malaysia and ignited nationwide debate about sexual harassment, misogyny, and violence in schools. Husniza went on to start the #MakeSchoolASaferPlace social movement to call attention towards rape culture in schools. Under this broader movement, other students have come forward describing their experiences. [2] The incident was covered internationally by the BBC, Al-Jazeera, and Reuters. [3]
Several months after the initial incident, Husniza and her family moved to a new area after facing social ostracization as a result of Husniza's activism. [4] In December 2021, she and her father were sued by her teacher for posting the video online. [5] They have filed a countersuit and the case is currently ongoing. [6]