Climate Change and Women's Health: What's the Connection?
Lara explores how the climate crisis is impacting women's health, from a lack of clean water to pregnancy risks and gender-based violence.
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& feminism
The media gets a lot of things wrong, and the representation of women and feminism is often one of them.
Reporting on women can be full of stereotypes and clichés, and serves to perpetuate restrictive gender roles.
We're hoping to do things a little differently.
Let's go back to the basics of what feminism actually means, and how we can work towards equality.
olena strzelbicka, editor
This section is edited by Olena.
Click below to meet the rest of our team.
influential women
Read our collection of Cheat Sheets celebrating the lives and achievements of influential women, as chosen by our writers.
women in the arts
In this series, we're taking a look at women who have made waves in the arts - from painters and performers, to journalists and activists.
Lara Brett
- Jul 4, 2022
- 5 min
How is Rape Used as a Weapon of War?
Lara explores how rape is used as a weapon of war, the impact this has on survivors, and what's being done to prevent it.
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Lara Brett
- Jun 17, 2022
- 4 min
What are Anti-Gender Movements?
A large contributor to disinformation, Lara explains the detrimental effects of anti-gender movements to both women's and LGBTQ rights today
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Laura Battisti
- Jun 10, 2022
- 5 min
The Infantilisation of Women
Laura's article explores the topic of female infantilisation: its history, modern day effects, and some suggestions of how to move forward.
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Lara Brett
- May 30, 2022
- 6 min
Women in STEM in the UK
Lara's article explains the difficulties women still face in entering the world of STEM and what we can do to improve this in the future.
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Geraldine Achieng
- May 13, 2022
- 5 min
Women in the Arts: Yayoi Kusama
Geraldine uncovers the life of one of today's most influential female artists, Yayoi Kusama.
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Lara Brett
- Apr 15, 2022
- 7 min
Rape Culture: Why it Affects Us All
What is rape culture, and how does it impact society? Lara takes a look at issues of consent, common myths, and intersectionality.
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Lara Brett
- Mar 23, 2022
- 6 min
Umoja: The Women-Only Village
In this guide Lara uncovers the story of Umoja, a women-only village. Click here to learn more!
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Lara Brett
- Mar 21, 2022
- 5 min
What is the Istanbul Convention?
Read Laura's guide to the Istanbul Convention and find out why it is important, who is a part of it, and who isn't.
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Laura Battisti
- Mar 9, 2022
- 4 min
How does Nature Teach Us that Gender is Fluid?
Nature is a source of inspiration for many things; this article debunks the concept of gender through the lens of nature.
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Victoria Cornelio
- Feb 21, 2022
- 5 min
How Has Covid-19 Impacted Refugee Women?
Victoria explores why refugee women have been so disproportionately affected by the Covid-19 pandemic, and how they can be better protected.
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Evie Townend
- Feb 4, 2022
- 6 min
Online Abuse Against Women: Where Does it Stem From?
Evie explores why women experience so much abuse online, the deeply concerning impact is has, and what's being done to combat it.
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Zac Francis
- Jan 24, 2022
- 6 min
Abortion Rights in Latin America
The decriminalisation of abortion in Latin America is a slow, but steady process. This article outlines its importance and future.
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Laura Battisti
- Jan 7, 2022
- 6 min
The UK Police System and Violence Against Women
Laura explores the systemic issues of misogyny in the UK police force and the impact it has on women's safety.
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Laura Battisti
- Dec 17, 2021
- 5 min
Gender Bias in Medicine & its Impact on Women's Healthcare
In this article, Laura reveals how gender bias influences medicine and healthcare, and what needs to be done to eradicate it.
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Laura Battisti
- Nov 29, 2021
- 5 min
The Perception of Sex Work Throughout History
Laura tackles the taboo subject of sex work, why sex is so stigmatised in patriarchal society, and its connections to colonialism.
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Laura Battisti
- Nov 2, 2021
- 4 min
Female Genital Mutilation
Learn about the scary reality of Female Genital Mutilation which many women face during their lives in this guide.
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Laura Battisti
- Oct 27, 2021
- 4 min
The Mothers of the Plaza de Mayo
Who are the Mother of the Plaza del Mayo and what is their message? Delve into this guide to find out more about this Argentinian movement.
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Laura Battisti
- Oct 22, 2021
- 3 min
Women in the Arts Series: Louisa May Alcott
More than an incredible novelist, discover the life of Louisa May Alcott and feel inspired!
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Laura Battisti
- Oct 15, 2021
- 3 min
Women in the Arts: Carole Cadwalladr
For the next article in our Women in the Arts Series we have Carole Cadwalladr, the inspirational journalist who has caused quite a stir!
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Laura Battisti
- Oct 11, 2021
- 6 min
How do Eating Disorders Impact Women and Men?
Eating disorders are the most deadly mental illnesses, but how do they affect different sexes? Laura explores the impact of gender.
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Giovanni Florean
- Oct 1, 2021
- 3 min
Women in the Arts: Emily Dickinson
Here is the next edition of our Women in the Arts series! Delve into the life of the literary genius Emily Dickinson...
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Laura Battisti
- Sep 29, 2021
- 4 min
The Male Gaze: What is it, and How Does it Impact Women?
A key element to understanding feminism and gender roles today is the influence of the Male Gaze. Laura explains this key term in our guide.
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Evie Townend
- Sep 22, 2021
- 4 min
Women in the Arts: Mitzi Shore
The second edition of our Women in the Arts series, discover everything you need to know about the Queen of Comedy, Mitzi Shore.
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Olena Strzelbicka
- Sep 15, 2021
- 4 min
What are Micromachismos?: Understanding Everyday Sexism
Editor Olena introduces micromachismos: the smaller, more subtle behaviours that contribute to wider gender inequality.
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Laura Battisti
- Sep 10, 2021
- 4 min
What Did We Learn From the #MeToo Movement?
In the four years since #MeToo went global, what has been achieved? Laura looks at the impact of the movement, and its limitations.
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Laura Battisti
- Sep 1, 2021
- 4 min
Women in the Arts: Frida Kahlo
Laura delves into the life of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, and how she impacted the way we see art, disability and womanhood.
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Evie Townend
- Aug 17, 2021
- 6 min
The Paternity Gap: Why is Parental Leave Still Gendered?
Despite the progress made, parental leave policies are still entrenched in traditional gender roles. Evie looks at the consequences.
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Giovanni Florean
- Aug 13, 2021
- 6 min
Britney Spears' Conservatorship: What's Happening?
What is the #FreeBritney movement, and how did we get here? Giovanni breaks down the events that led Britney Spears' conservatorship.
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Evie Townend
- Aug 5, 2021
- 5 min
Gender Neutral Language: A Guide
What is gender neutral language, and why is it important? Evie delves into the impact of language in everyday sexism and gender identity.
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Laura Battisti
- Aug 2, 2021
- 4 min
Sexism and the Pandemic: How are Women Being Left Behind in Coronavirus Recovery Plans?
The disproportional impact of Covid-19 on women has been astounding. Laura looks at the misogyny at the root of the pandemic.
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Giovanni Florean
- Jul 28, 2021
- 3 min
Influential Women Series: Nancy Pelosi
Giovanni looks at the life and political achievements of Nancy Pelosi, speaker of the US House of Representatives.
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Laura Battisti
- Jul 23, 2021
- 4 min
Gender Stereotypes and the UK Educational System
Laura looks at how gender stereotypes are reinforced in UK schools through language and behaviour, and what we need to do to prevent it.
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Victoria Cornelio
- Jun 16, 2021
- 3 min
Influential Women Series: Ursula von der Leyen
In this installment of our Influential Women series, Victoria looks at Ursula von der Leyen's journey from doctor to politician.
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Cara Outteridge
- Jun 1, 2021
- 6 min
Why Climate Change is a Feminist Issue
Cara looks at the links between feminism and climate change activism, and why women should not be considered victims, but leaders of change.
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Flora Fitzpatrick
- May 26, 2021
- 5 min
Sex Work in the UK: The Stigma and Struggle in the Pandemic
Flora looks at the stigma which female sex workers face in life and law, and what a global pandemic has meant for those in the industry.
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Choon Young Tan
- Mar 31, 2021
- 3 min
Influential Women Series: Aretha Franklin
Choon takes a look at the life and legacy of the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, and the meaning of her music for African Americans.
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Flora Fitzpatrick
- Mar 24, 2021
- 5 min
The Pay Gap and the Pandemic
Covid-19 brings the biggest threat to economic progress of women in the 21st century. So why are gender pay gap figures not being reported?
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Kimia Ipakchi
- Mar 16, 2021
- 4 min
Technology, AI and Discrimination Against Women
Does technology have a programmed bias against women? Kimia explores this evolving topic and the real life consequences.
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Olena Strzelbicka
- Mar 8, 2021
- 3 min
International Women's Day 2021
Why do we celebrate International Women's Day, and is it still necessary? Olena sees it as a reminder of the work left to be done.
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Giulia Paganucci
- Mar 5, 2021
- 3 min
Legislation Protecting Women in the UK
While there has been progress in UK legislation, there is still much to be done to protect women's rights. Giulia breaks down the situation.
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Neha Sen
- Mar 1, 2021
- 3 min
Influential Women Series: Anna Wintour
Editors, as a general rule of thumb...that, is not the case with Anna Wintour. So, who is she and what's her story?
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Elaine Sanderson
- Feb 23, 2021
- 4 min
From Period Poverty to Period Dignity
Millions of women are experiencing direct consequences of period poverty worldwide, such as being held back. Elaine gives the scoop...
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Xanthe Saunders Martin
- Jan 28, 2021
- 4 min
Guide: The Evolution of Women's Rights in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia have a huge problem of gender equality. In this guide, Xanthe explains the positive advances for women in recent years.
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Polly Lauryn Thomas
- Jan 21, 2021
- 5 min
The Mary Wollstonecraft statue
There’s been a fair amount of controversy around the addition of the Mary Wollstonecraft monument to Islington. But why? Polly explains.
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Flora Fitzpatrick
- Jan 7, 2021
- 6 min