A voice of protest

Recently, in the university has come a voice of protest

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It all started when a DAEA student was assaulted, a man tried to rape her, it was reported in the news. There was a controversy if the aggression had occurred inside or outside of the UJAT. This provoked indignation in social networks, and many students, teachers and graduates expressed their dissatisfaction.

In this way, proposals appeared on social networks to express against the problem of insecurity in the university. Some people proposed to wear black shirts as a symbol. However, this call did not have much influence.

On March 20, when the "Gallo universitario" ended, DACSyH students approached the fences and shouted slogans demanding safety and a stop to sexual harassment of students. Historical day, or at least relevant. UJAT students are rarely seen participating in protests; they almost do not get involved in social issues, unlike their UNAM colleagues.

Since then, this group has been identified as "Colectivo de mujeres". They have made a fan page on Facebook and have 5,762 people while writing this article.

The group has been identified with feminist symbols. This can be seen in the aesthetics of their images and slogans, as well as support for other movements, such as the abortionist movement, characterized by the use of a green handkerchief.

These facts dismayed the authorities of the university. However, it is an important fact, because they put the issue of sexual harassment under discussion. Without a doubt, every university institution should aspire to be an example, to be a safe and transparent space.