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Ni Putes Ni Soumises

"Ni putes ni soumises" means "neither whores nor submissive" in French. It is a movement that started in France in the early 2000s, advocating for gender equality and women's rights.

Think of it like a group of friends on a playground. Some kids might think it's okay to push others around or call them mean names. But the group of friends who are part of "ni putes ni soumises" say, "no way!" They want everyone to be treated with respect and kindness, no matter what gender they are.

The movement started because there was a problem in France with some men treating women unfairly. They might catcall or harass them on the street, or even hurt them. "Ni putes ni soumises" wanted to make a change and raise awareness about this issue. They believe that all people should be treated equally, and that women should not be judged by their appearance or how they behave.

So, "ni putes ni soumises" is all about standing up for what's right and fair, especially when it comes to how people treat each other based on their gender.