CONTRIBUTED IMAGE March 8 marks the yearly campaign for international women’s day as it celebrates women’s achievements and representations, actions for equality and confronts gender bias. Three different women lend their perspectives on the importance and meaning of…
Every human being deserves to be treated equally, fairly and with respect, regardless of his or her sexual orientation. However, globally, the LGBTQ community faces severe discrimination, violence and abuse. Michelle Emson, a committed LGBTQ advocate, an award-winning speaker and…
Ever since I could remember I have noticed subtle gender discrimination entwined in my everyday life. I recall boys teasing me when I was playing sports with them, “you _____ like a girl!” But I never took it seriously, just…
Over a week later and the conversation continues about Emma Watson’s speech to the United Nations inviting men to take part in a solidarity movement called HeForShe. It was only a short speech, roughly 13 minutes, but has extended into…
