These stories of sexual assault on women are downright depressing. It’s unimaginable to have a stranger make inappropriate advances, but a caretaker, an uncle, a father, family, that’s simply sickening:
Pearl’s tale of sexual abuse is heartwrenching first for the experience itself, but more for her mum’s reaction to it.
She pours out her heart below:
I got sexually assaulted by my mums partner. After telling her she didn't believe me & till this day they're still together https://t.co/77KAkH83kC
— Pearl Kosi (@PearlKosi) May 11, 2017
This isn't the first time it has happened. when I was 5 a family member did the same thing and I NEVER told anyone
— Pearl Kosi (@PearlKosi) May 11, 2017
I kept that secret for 20 years. So when my mums partner did what he did, I had to tell my mum for the safety of my siblings in case..
— Pearl Kosi (@PearlKosi) May 11, 2017
he was doing the same thing to them. but thank God he hasn't touched them.
— Pearl Kosi (@PearlKosi) May 11, 2017
Long story short, I built up the courage to tell my mum. She didnt believe me. Her partner violated her daughter and she didn't believe me
— Pearl Kosi (@PearlKosi) May 11, 2017
My family members forced me to keep quiet and not report it cos the guy is a nurse. still haven't reported it or gotten over what happened
— Pearl Kosi (@PearlKosi) May 11, 2017
from the first time it happened it changed the way I thought. Now I think that my male family members look at me differently..
— Pearl Kosi (@PearlKosi) May 11, 2017
Like in a sexual way. Even my own father + also pastors. Do you know how bad it is to have the thought of ur dad wanting u sexually at the
— Pearl Kosi (@PearlKosi) May 11, 2017
back of your head is?
— Pearl Kosi (@PearlKosi) May 11, 2017
Reactions
When you go through deep waters, I will be with you. When you go through rivers of difficulty, you will not drown. Isaiah 43:2 ❤
— Jadene Angela Richards CCIBS (@JadeneAngela) May 12, 2017
You are brave. You are inspiring. We are proud of you and rooting for you ? pic.twitter.com/TsxGv0TVgH
— E.A Productions ✨ (@EternalAges_) May 12, 2017
Morning @PearlKosi I have no words for what you've posted. I hope with time you have found it less traumatic to deal with this. Stay strong
— McIntosh Polela (@toshpolela) May 12, 2017
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This whole thread is so painful, I wish it was the first time I was hearing a story like this but it's not. I am so sorry ?
— july 11th (@thetribegoddess) May 11, 2017
What a truly amazing & inspirational woman you are.Your bravery is boundless. Stay strong. You are the injured party but clearly undefeated
— TB (@NevaMeetUrHeros) May 12, 2017
This is so sad. I pray God heals you and please reach out to God, a close friend or even a random person like myself for help ❤️❤️❤️.
— ABK (@Tonia_abk) May 11, 2017
Pearl, i am so sorry that you have had to go through this! That is awful. Just know that you're going to come out the other side stronger
— Amy ? (Rep tour Tampa and Miami) (@repu_tay_tion) May 12, 2017
When will this ever end?
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