By Alanna Henderson, Managing Editor
Late night thoughts can often lead to change and positive impacts.
Ohio Wesleyan senior Kayla Eggleston is the founder of Never Allow Shaming Toward Young (NASTY) Womenâs Club. Â The idea for the club came to her after President Donald Trump called Hillary Clinton a ânasty womanâ during the campaign season. Â
Clintonâs advocates showed their support for her at the Womenâs March on Washington, sporting pink hats and pink shirts with the words ânasty womanâ on it.
NASTY currently comprises 13 members and aims to support equality of all and end shaming.
âI think itâs really important to take something that is negative and turn it into something positive,â Eggleston said about Trumpâs remarks.
NASTYâs purpose is to stop shaming toward young women of all color, race, ethnicity, origin and sexual orientation. The club stands to support womenâs equality in all aspects of life.
But NASTY isnât just supportive of womenâs equality, but all walks of life and if approved as a club, plan to raise awareness for other issues, as well. The members of NASTY hope to raise awareness on President Trumpâs immigration ban and how this ban is affecting women and children.
âEverything we do will be done peacefully and support all equality,â Eggleston said. âI hope that whatever we do we can make an impact, because at least we are making good a positive effect.â
Other current officers of NASTY include secretary Mahnoor Ansari and treasurer Zhen Holmes. Eggleston said she plans to have more OWU Daily advertisements for how to become a member once the club is fully approved.
âI hope the club evolves to become a place where everyone feel safe. A place to talk have questions answered, gain a sense of inclusion and companionship. I wanted to join because recent turmoil has people thinking with anger and fear, when what we need most is kindness and understanding,â Zhen Holmes.