A Conversation with Eve Ensler Discussing The Apology

• 2019
• Women/Gender

Like millions of women, Eve Ensler—author of The Vagina Monologues, one of the most influential works of the twentieth century—has been waiting much of her life for an apology. Sexually and physically abused by her father as a girl, Eve has grappled with her father’s betrayal and its effects for her whole life, longing for an honest reckoning from a man who is long dead. After years of work as an artist and an activist in the movement to end violence against women, Eve decided she would not wait any longer; she could imagine an apology for herself. The Apology is written by Eve from her father’s point of view in the words she has always needed to hear to be freed from the trauma. At this cultural moment of public reckoning with violence against women, Eve’s message has the power to prompt real transformation and healing, not only in those who have been abused but also in the ones who have hurt them—a step toward change that is necessary and long overdue.
For this event, Women Lit has chosen a safe, nurturing environment, literally a sanctuary (of an ecumenical community church). Our speaker may discuss emotionally traumatic experiences. All attendees and their experiences will be held with care within our supportive Women Lit community.