Black American Woman Escapes US Racism By Moving To Russia, Faces Same Treatment Abroad
Francine Villa once became famous for her appearance in the 2020 RT documentary titles Black in the USSR.
Racism is a serious problem faced by many, especially when they move to a nation where the population has a fairer complexion than them. However, imagine moving to another country in the hope of escaping the horrors of racism, only to get treated the same way or worse. This is not a scene out of a Hollywood movie but a real-life experience of a Black American woman.
Francine Villa once became famous for her appearance in the 2020 RT documentary Black in the USSR. She had claimed at the time, 'I feel free living in Russia, because in Russia, no matter what time it is, I can walk outside and I'm safe." Her statement gave hope to many who live under the threat of racial treatment in the US or other Western nations.
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Villa, a Russian-born Black woman, was raised in the US during her growing years. She planned to escape discrimination by seeking refuge in Moscow. The irony is that she again faced similar attacks in Russia and also shared footage of her injuries. She narrated the details of the assault, mentioning that her dreams have now turned into nightmares.
In the video, the neighbours can be seen blocking Villa's path as she tries to enter her own apartment. Moreover, she was asked questions related to her identification and proof of her stay in Russia. As per claims, her electricity was also cut off in an attempt to harass her and her baby.
Social media came to Villa's support after hearing her story, however, they quickly questioned her decision to move to Russia to escape the racism in the US. The incident brings to light racial discrimination as one of the major problems in today's world of globalisation. Amid migration of people in search of better living opportunities, such treatment brings discouragement and doubt. It is not just a one-country-specific problem, but a worldwide issue that needs to be addressed globally.
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