Rev. Reanae McNeal | NO! The Rape Documentary Testimonial
September 16, 2008
NO! is one of the most powerful documentaries of our time. Finally an uncompromising film that speaks the truths of African-American women’s lives. Aishah is a pioneer and visionary and I was proud to be a part of this documentary that is affecting and will continue to affect women around the world. The physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual significance on the consciousness of African-American women and anyone who dares to look at this film is undeniable. I am delighted that Aishah birhted this documentary out of her womb spirit despite the labor pains it took to give birth to it. I applaud you for your perserverence and hard work to produce a torch for the next generation of girls and women. Aishah as a revolutionary I salute you and as my sister I bless you. Thanks for allowing me to be a part of this groundbreaking work and giving me a platform to share my story with others. If you are interested in human rights and the advancement of humanity you must see this film!
Rev. Reanae McNeal, International Performing Artist, Motivational Speaker, & Trainer
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Maristela Duarte Smith | Healing Black Communities | Sexual Violence Prevention
September 16, 2008
NO! is a must see! It addresses the issue of intra-racial rape with depth and elegance. The discussion is enriched with the testimonial of several intellectuals and activists within the Black movement, who courageously, expose us to the terrifying reality of trauma and the possibility of transforming suffering into a tool against oppression.
NO! challenges the viewer to reflect about a reality that, although obscure for some, continues to affect several women in our communities.
Besides, NO! is a healing tool that helps all of us in the Americas and beyond become whole by integrating feelings of guilt or shame that may have been buried for a while. It is a jewel that must be watched, discussed and appreciated by all.
Maristela Duarte Smith, MSW, Portuguese Translator of NO!
Lori Robinson | Rape Survivor Testimonies | I Will Survive
September 16, 2008
I am so grateful that a Black woman made it a priority to tell the truth, loud and clear, about the sexual violence we experience. Aishah Shahidah Simmons should be recognized as a hero by all Black people, because her film was a labor of love that can be the catalyst we need to start healing our entire community–women and men, girls and boys. No more shame or fear! Thank you, Aishah!
Lori Robinson
Author, “I Will Survive: The African-American Guide To Healing from Sexual Assault”
NO! The Rape Documentary Featured on WBAI Pacifica Radio Network in New York
April 8, 2008
Sexual Assault Documentary Featured On WBAI, New York
On Monday, April 7, 2008 Aishah Shahidah Simmons and Kevin Powell were featured guests Wake Up Call with host Esther Armah on WBAI, 99.5 in New York to promote the screening of NO! at Browne Memorial Baptist Church. It was a wonderful turn-out and an amazingly intense evening. There will be additional posts about that powerful event soon. Please download the audio or listen to it, here on the blog.
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