reinventing pop culture: how a hb pencil made malala an international dj
Jo Adib shares her thoughts on finding her artistic voice through drawings of celebrities in unexpected situations.
the day the blues won
HWD reflects on the outcome of the recent UK general election, outlining her fears and thoughts for the future. the piece is accompanied by her own artwork.
i’m a bernie sis, hello
Cassandra Wright writes of the quiet resurrection of the “Bernie Bro” myth, which seeks to erase Sanders supporters who are women and people of colour.
Reclaiming the Sun: Why I Sunbathe Topless
Ria Lilley writes about how she finds freedom through sunbathing topless during the summer months. the piece is accompanied by the original work of Imogen Bristow.
now for the north
Emily O’Dowd discusses the issues of marriage equality and abortion rights in Northern Ireland. She focuses specifically on how the historic Westminster vote of the 18th July 2019 represents a seminal change for livelihoods of women and members of the LGBTQ+ community.
I am the Sudan Revolution
Kyende Kinoti writes a poem for Sudan, our friend forgotten in a time of need.
A Night at Waterloo Bridge
Bindu Devereux writes a poem in response to the Extinction Rebellion uprising of April 15th. it is a description of the community that formed at Waterloo Bridge - a glimpse of a world created by people who love life and refuse to give in.
the belfast rugby trial: one year on in northern ireland
with the Belfast Rugby Trial of 2018 at the forefront, Emily O’Dowd discusses how there is still very little support for victims of sexual assault in Northern Ireland.
the changing nature of the discourse on trans rights in ireland
Emily O’Dowd discusses how recent changes in the debate around gender issues in Ireland have highlighted the need for a more inclusive social dialogue.
women, collective action and climate change: in search of our unsung heroines
Nina Pušić’s article explores the importance of women in the climate movement, and the power of female-led collective action to move towards a low-carbon society. The piece is accompanied by the original artwork of Mary Beaty.
the plight of feminism: keeping the momentum in 2019
Katy Jones explores the significant successes of feminism during 2018 and the need for its tenacious continuation by all in support of gender equality.
festive feuds: tis’ the season for intergenerational warfare
In our final publication of the year, Tabby Carless Frost discusses the complex intergenerational dynamics that can arise at your standard Christmas family reunion.
challenging the idea that 2018 is ‘too politically correct’
Heather Whelan examines the recent debate on social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter about 2018 being 'too politically correct', paying particular attention to the recent controversies surrounding Apu's characterisation in The Simpsons.
negotiating gender in public spaces
Abrisham Ahmadzadeh writes on the necessity for the UK to take action in gendered public spaces and advocates for the active inclusion of the non-binary population.
turf > terfs: ireland’s movement towards feminism for all
Emily O’Dowd observes the problematic role of Trans-Exclusionary Radical Feminists (TERFs) - honing in specifically on Ireland’s legal and social conditions with regards to gender rights .
theresa and trump: a body language analysis
Imogen Bristow explores the significance of body language in light of some questionable exchanges between Theresa May and Donald Trump following his recent UK visit.
of ireland: what’s next for ireland?
It’s been over a month since the Eighth Amendment was repealed by a landslide vote. With that victory came hope for a new Ireland, one which recognises women as equal citizens. Emily O’Dowd talks the future of the women’s rights campaign in Ireland, and where attention will turn next.
of ireland: feeling repealing
In the second of her series on Repealing the Eighth Amendment, Emily O’Dowd recounts her own experiences while canvassing for a ‘Yes’ vote.
of ireland: why it was vital to repeal the eighth amendment
Emily O’Dowd talks about her experiences of being a woman in Ireland before, during, and after the campaign to repeal the eighth.