Janet Jackson's EMAs Speech Called For Justice For "Women Whose Voices Have Been Stifled" – VIDEO

Ever since the 90s, MTV has hosted the Europe Music Awards (EMAs for short), where they honor the best in music and pop culture that year. This year, the award was held near Bilbao, Spain and was hosted by Hailee Steinfeld. And while there were many notable performances and appearances, Janet Jackson's was one of Janet Jackson's speeches at the 2018 EMAs. Jackson dedicated her award to the women of the #MeToo movement, speaking out for gender equality.

On Nov. 4, Jackson was presented with the Global Icon award, which has been awarded to Paul McCartney, Whitney Houston, Queen, and Eminem. Essentially, it's an award given to an iconic artist who has had immense success and been delivering chart-toppers for a while. So, yeah, Janet Jackson definitely fits into that category.

After being introduced by Camila Cabello and Jason Derulo, Jackson came up to accept the award in front of pretty boisterous applause. It is noted that gratitude, and expressed how being called an icon is not only an honor, but also something that invokes responsibility. And her responsibility is now up for women's rights. "Tonight I have been moved to speak for women whose voices have been stifled," she began. "I am one of those women."

In light of the continuing progress of the Missile Movement, the United States,

"Women who have been gagged, both literally and emotionally, who have been abused, and who have been intimidated.

Jackson has been an advocate for many causes including HIV / AIDS awareness. When Receiving the Billboard Music Icon Award in May – Jackson also referenced the Too movement. In her speech, she spoke about this "glorious moment in history" and "long ago", "have long been in the process of being controlled, manipulated, or abused."

This message was echoed in Jackson's speech at the EMAs. "Tonight I carry the hope that a new world is emerging," the singer said. "A world in which caring people – women will be heard … Women, our voices will be heard […] when we speak out for justice. "

The rest of her powerful speech touched on her faith

"Speak out for a spirit that crosses all borders, recognizes the dignity of all people and affirms the beauty of all faiths." Speak out for acts of true love both small and large. We love you so much that we will give you strength to come back to you, so let's lift our voices, Let's start today to the ever-amazing love of God lead the way. I thank all of my fans. "

While there, Jackson also performed a medley of her songs, including her newest collaboration with Daddy Yankee, "Made for Now." And it's safe to say it's performance and moving acceptance speech were two of the biggest highlights of the night.

Jackson's display of advocacy for the #MeToo movement showed how it is to continue to speak and speak to those who speak for themselves. What better definition of a "Global Icon" could there be?