Constructing A Sheep: A Beginner’s Guide is a reflection on trust and violation. It examines some of the language and justifications used to proactively invalidate accusations of sexual assault by portraying the alleged perpetrator as sympathetic, blameless, and incapable of harm, while the alleged victim is assumed to have ulterior motives or to lack credibility. Click here to preview the story.

Recommended reading environment: anywhere you feel safe, with something (or someone) to help soothe your nervous system.

Originally published in Berkeley, California. Printed in black and white with card stock covers. 7 in x 7 in.