In the wake of Virginia Giuffre’s tragic death, serious questions demand urgent attention: Why do we still struggle to believe women—especially when they speak out about abuse? In this week’s Grayling Notebook, Heather Blundell reflects on society’s instinct to dismiss female voices, the damaging consequences of disbelief, and why now, more than ever, we need to listen without prejudice. From media narratives to government responses, this piece challenges us to confront the cultural biases that silence survivors and stall progress.

Read the full article here: https://www.cityam.com/why-is-it-still-so-hard-to-listen-to-women/