Girl Math: More Makeup, More Money

Girl math, a trend originating in New Zealand, has become a Tik-Tok phenomenon. The idea is that any impulse purchase can be justified using the girl math logic. However, jokes a side, given the statistics highlighted in the research reports, it is in fact not bad logic to spend £50 on new makeup for an interview, if your paycheque is going to increase as a result.

Health, Economy, Culture, more top storiesFrederika Warren23 April 2024Frederika WarrenComment

Gambian Parliament Advances Bill to Reverse Ban on FGM

Politicians voted 42 to 4 in favour of the bill. This vote has sparked protests from both sides of the argument and brought strong criticism from activists, expressing deep concern about the future of women’s rights.

Advocacy & Policy, Violence Against Women, Health, Africa, more top storiesLara Gibbs10 April 2024Lara GibbsComment

Part III - A Spectre is Haunting Europe: Consequences and Calamity

The third of a three-part series into the rise of right-wing youth in Europe.

Advocacy & Policy, LGBTQ+, Violence Against Women, Europe, Health, The AmericasJoshua Edwicker10 April 2024Joshua EdwickerComment

Diet Culture: A Feminist Perspective

Diet culture is promoted through social media, fashion and magazines. Binary notions surrounding dieting often categorise food into ‘good’ and ‘bad’, leaving foods with higher calories labelled as ‘bad’.

Culture, HealthLara Gibbs23 February 2024Lara GibbsComment

Re-Gendering Climate Change, Pt 2: Why Don’t We Ask the Women?

Climate Change discussions and humanity’s response to its looming threats have long been dominated by men. But research has clearly shown that including more women in decision-making forums leads to better outcomes.

Environment, HealthLaura Darcey8 February 2024Laura DarceyComment