Girls' Night Out (part 1)
in the first part of her series, Kyende writes about the experience of a girl who goes out with her friends only to encounter misogyny that manifests differently across the men who are present in the club.
Lepidoptera
on International Women’s Day 2019, we emphasise the importance of female voice in the creative world. Georgia Bartlett-McNeil writes a poem based on trying to find the right words, even if they cease to exist.
white male fragility and the coddling of mark meadows
Cassandra Wright highlights the exchange between Rep. Rashida Tlaib and Rep. Mark Meadows, the former’s accusation of the latter bringing in “a black woman as a prop,” and the expectation placed on women and people of colour to anticipate and reckon with white male rage.
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.
I PUT MYSELF IN THE SEA
‘I Put Myself in the Sea' takes it's title from an art project by Ellie Grendon's friend Jessica. it explores ritual, magic and discovery through prose poetry.
Dear Stuart Part 2: Harassment in Clubs
in this second instalment of her series "Dear Stuart", Sally Mac continues to expand on the relationship between misogyny and public spaces. in this piece, she discusses night clubs and the discomfort women can find.
In the bath at night
Bindu Devereux writes a self-reflective poem which captures a scene of solitude whilst in the bathtub.
the racial fetishisation of women: notes from a “spicy” latina
Arantza Asali discusses racial fetishes: the differences that they have to other sexual fetishes, how its not about having ‘a type’, and the reasons why the women in your life most certainly are not flattered by it.
supportive female networks and social media
Caroline Batson’s article examines the importance of having other women in your life without the need to turn to social media and celebrity for support.
where to shop for sustainability: from sportswear to designer luxury
Jess Lumb reports on a range of high street to high end brands that offer sustainable clothing options in an era dominated by fast-fashion.
gender in ireland: abortion post-referendum
on the 25th of May 2018, the eighth amendment of the Irish constitution was repealed, allowing for termination of pregnancies to be legislated for in the Republic of Ireland. This was a huge victory for supporters of reproductive rights, however the fight for bodily autonomy did not end after the vote. In this article, Emily O’Dowd discusses where Ireland stands on abortion now.
Breaking Down the Stigma: Why We Need to Keep Talking About Smear Test
in this article, Annie Wakefield discusses the topical issue of smear tests and the ongoing quest to have the age at which women in the UK are invited to attend them lowered, arguing that we need to de-stigmatise and remove the fear surrounding smear tests. This article is accompanied by the original artwork of Tabby Carless Frost.
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.
Dear Stuart (part 1)
in this open letter, Sally Mac addresses the discomfort women feel when approached on public transport.
I KEEP WALKING
describing a walk from Whitby to Sand's End, Ellie Grendon explores a difficult and isolating experience with nature. accompanied by the original artwork of Melanie Grandidge.
A Daughter's Perspective on Motherhood
in this heart-warming tribute to motherhood, Katy Jones reflects on her own upbringing to capture how influential women unintentionally shape the people we become.
