Tag archives for Feminism
Girls to the front: Feminist City by Leslie Kern
Cities have historically been painted by urban planners and governments as places of opportunity and excitement, where somebody can reshape the trajectory of their life. Positive attributes of cities include…
I’m an angry feminist. And I’m angry at how trans people are being marginalised.
When asked once on a panel discussion what kind of feminist I am, I said 'angry'. And so I am. I am angry at the way that women are marginalised…
2016 – Equality Triumphs
Looking back at 2016 it is undeniable that we have had a disheartening year; from the trauma of a Brexit vote to the inhumane treatment of refugees and the election…
In pictures: Sisters Uncut occupies London Councils Building
@SistersUncut @Rebecca_Omonira #maydaysisters — Khadra (@khadraaden1) May 4, 2015 All-women activist group Sisters Uncut took to the streets to protest cuts to domestic violence services. The group took direct action…
5 Reasons Housing is a Feminist Issue #LivingRent
Today is International Women’s Day, an important time for highlighting campaigns which promote gender equality. The struggle for better housing has historically been lead by women, with Mary Barbour and…
#GPconf: A movement that unleashes people’s potential
Live illustration of sessions at the Green Party Spring Conference, Liverpool. Photo: Rob Telford Much has been said in the past few days, and not all of it entirely flattering,…
Amelia Womack: ‘You might not be interested in politics, but politics is interested in you’
Amelia Womack was part of Jean Lambert's successful campaign as London's Green MEP. Since September 2014, Amelia Womack has been one of the Deputy Leaders of the Green Party and has recently…
Prominent feminist is new Northern Ireland Green Party Deputy Leader
Clare Bailey makes her first speech as Deputy Leader with GPNI Leader Steven Agnew. She was elected unanimously to the new Deputy Leader position, which follows the Northern Ireland Green…
A route to 50:50: Paired Nomination
MSPs supporting 50:50, in aid of the Women's Aid white ribbon campaign. Image by the author. Editor: Marco Biagi MSP discusses Women 5050, a Scottish campaign for women to have…
Trade Union Votes Against Supporting Abuse Survivors
Unison, the UK's largest trade union, has today voted against believing women who report violence or abuse from men within the trade union movement. The union's national delegate…