Being called masculine, as a woman, is an odd one. I have been called masculine many times, either due to the way I act, look or even sit. Should I take this as a compliment or as an insult? Society has brought girls and boys up to act in a certain way. For boys, being… Continue reading The “M” Word… Masculine
Category: Feminism
International Women’s Day
Happy International Women’s Day everyone! For over 100 years, feminists worldwide have celebrated International women’s day, every year on the 8th of March as a centre point in the women’s rights movement. It sheds light on issues that are prevalent in today’s society, such as gender equality and violence and abuse against women. The History… Continue reading International Women’s Day
Poetry
My Empowering Poem Poetry is a beautiful way of advocating for change and expressing your emotions whether that is love, anger or even suffering. When I was 15, I was already very passionate about equality and the struggles that women have gone through throughout the history of time, so I wrote a poem. Coincidentally, at… Continue reading Poetry
Inspiring Books To Read For Feminists
Girl Up by Laura Bates is a hilarious and unapologetic book that exposes the truth with being a woman and pressures surrounding body image. It guides people through the complexities of sex, relationships and social media that makes us critical of ourselves. Women Don’t Owe You Pretty by Florence Given is a creative and beautiful… Continue reading Inspiring Books To Read For Feminists