They were girls. They were daughters. They were forced into sexual slavery by invading armies in the 1940s. Today, only a handful of these survivors from the Chinese mainland and the Philippines are alive—and their stories are at risk of being lost forever.
“Last Daughters,” a new documentary by CGTN, gives voice to these women—known as “comfort women”—and traces the generational impact on their families. Through candid interviews and archival footage, the film highlights:
- Decades of silence and trauma carried in private.
- The emotional legacy passed down to children and grandchildren.
- Moments of resilience, solidarity, and healing across borders.
By weaving personal accounts with historical context, “Last Daughters” sheds light on a chapter of WWII that often remains in the shadows. It underscores how wartime atrocities not only scar direct victims but resonate across generations.
For global citizens, entrepreneurs, and changemakers, these stories remind us of the importance of acknowledging the past to build empathy and drive social change. As the last voices of the comfort women fade, “Last Daughters” challenges us to preserve their courage—and to amplify underrepresented narratives in the broader discourse on human rights.
In an era when global communities are increasingly interconnected, listening to these voices is a step toward collective healing and a call to action for future generations committed to dignity and justice.
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Last Daughters: Voices of Chinese and Filipina WWII sex slaves
cgtn.com
