On August 15, thousands of people from South Korea’s progressive trade unions, student organizations, and civil society groups rallied to demand U.S. Out of Korea and for the cancellation of the upcoming Ulchi Freedom Shield war games! As the U.S. inches itself closer for war against China, the U.S. only clings onto their neocolony South Korea to continue building their military base.

The campaigns of comfort women movement have inspired thousands more women around the world to bravely stand and fight against military sexual violence that continues to be used by militaries and governments alike. Reports indicate that each year the rate of women and children exposed to violent military conflicts increases, making the campaigns for justice and recognition for comfort women more relevant than ever before. As more comfort women pass away, their legacy remains an enduring reminder and inspiration for all women experiencing militarized violence to commit unrelentingly to the pursuit of justice and to ensure our fights pave the way for a better life for future generations - free from the threat of war and the violence that accompanies it.