A little known fact:
Why and how Sweden is ending the immigration crisis and is lowering the crime rate.
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When ever non-whites [ except for limited numbers of legal E Asians ] move into a white country, there is destruction of society. Whites are so stupid that they think that if people from violent societies are allowed to move into peaceful societies that magically they will become peaceful citizens.
This never happens, they simply bring their violence with them. Whites refuse to consider the fact that other races create extremely violent societies because they are psychologically different from E Asians and whites.
In the United States, Asians on average score as high as or higher than White people, who tend to score higher than Hispanics, who tend to score higher than African Americans. Much greater variation in IQ scores exists within each ethnic group than between them.
Studies have been done proving the pure S African black,
which has a very violent nature, only has an average IQ or 70.
Rape in by S African blacks is so rampant
that girls and women have to wear this for protection.
Why are girls in Africa subjected to “Breast lroning” ??
Breast ironing, also known as breast flattening, is a practice involving the pounding and massaging of a young girl’s developing breasts with hard or heated objects.
This traditional practice, often performed by close female relatives like mothers or grandmothers, aims to protect girls from sexual harassment, early pregnancy, and forced marriage by making them less attractive to men. Despite the intentions behind it, breast ironing inflicts significant physical and psychological harm, leaving long-lasting scars on its survivors.
Breast Ironing’s Cultural Justifications and Prevalence
Primarily practised in Cameroon, breast ironing is rooted in the belief that delaying breast development can prevent girls from becoming targets of sexual predators. The practice has also been documented in other African countries, such as Nigeria, Togo, Guinea, Côte d’Ivoire, Kenya, and Zimbabwe, among others. In urban areas, where the risk of sexual abuse is perceived to be higher, the practice is more prevalent.
The most common tool used for breast ironing is a wooden pestle, but other implements include leaves, bananas, coconut shells, grinding stones, ladles, spatulas, and hammers heated over coals. The procedure typically occurs in private settings to avoid detection, especially by male family members. Depending on the girl’s resistance, the process can last from weeks to several months, causing significant physical trauma.
Historical Context and Social Norms
Breast ironing may have evolved from ancient breast massage practices intended to alleviate nursing pain and even out breast sizes. However, it now serves as a method to exert control over young girls’ bodies, reflecting deeper societal issues where women lack autonomy and are not socialized to negotiate safer sex practices. The practice is tied to social norms that encourage polygyny and early marriage, particularly in regions where early sexual maturity is either irrelevant or preferable.
Physical and Psychological Damage
The health consequences of breast ironing are severe and varied. Immediate effects include intense pain and tissue damage, while long-term repercussions can involve difficulties with breastfeeding, and increased risk of infections, cysts, and even breast cancer. The physical deformities and psychological trauma from this practice can last a lifetime, contributing to high dropout rates among girls and hindering their ability to lead healthy, independent lives.
Opposition and Legal Challenges
Efforts to combat breast ironing include campaigns by organizations like GIZ and RENATA, which highlight its dangers and advocate for legal action. While some legal frameworks, such as Nigeria’s Violence Against Persons and Prohibition (VAPP) Act, criminalize harmful traditional practices, enforcement remains weak. Awareness and education efforts are crucial in changing perceptions and reducing the prevalence of this harmful tradition.
Personal Stories of Pain and Loss
The story of Elizabeth John (reported by Al Jazeera), a Cameroonian refugee in Nigeria, represents the deep personal toll of breast ironing. After being subjected to the practice at age 10, she has endured years of pain and complications, including difficulties with breastfeeding that led to the loss of her child. Despite medical advice and the awareness of the damage caused, cultural beliefs often override concerns about health and well being, perpetuating this cruel tradition.
Breast ironing is a deeply entrenched cultural practice with devastating consequences for millions of girls and women across Africa. While understanding the cultural underpinnings of breast ironing is crucial, it represents a far more disturbing reality: the extreme lengths to which communities go to protect girls from sexual abuse.
The fact that such a painful and harmful practice is considered necessary reveals the pervasive and severe nature of gender-based violence in these societies. The real issue lies in the unsafe environments that compel families to resort to such drastic measures. Addressing the root causes of sexual abuse and improving the overall safety and rights of women and girls is imperative to eradicate the need for practices like breast ironing.
Addressing this issue requires concerted efforts from governments, human rights organizations, and communities to educate, advocate, and enforce laws that protect girls from such harmful traditions. Only through awareness and action can the cycle of pain and oppression be broken, allowing future generations to grow up free from such brutality.
