Category: Life
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America’s History of Medical Misogynoir
One significant test of a society’s strength is how well its healthcare endures under pressure. The COVID-19 pandemic provided an insight into how neglected black women were in the American healthcare system.
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ADHD is less likely to be diagnosed in black women, Here’s Why
Black women as a demographic are very familiar with medical racism and this historical neglect is also present in the mental health sphere.
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And The Nominees Are: Fave and Fast-Rising Global Superstar Tems
We are excited to see the new, on the come up, and consistent names of women in the music industry from Nigeria and across Africa who are among the list of nominees.
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And The Nominees Are: Fave and Fast-Rising Global Superstar Tems
We are excited to see the new, on the come up, and consistent names of women in the music industry from Nigeria and across Africa who are among the list of nominees.
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#FreeBritney: A look at reclaiming control of our bodies
Gender inequality remains the most common snag to bodily autonomy. Only when women have complete control over their bodies can they benefit from rights and opportunities in all other areas of their lives
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Pride 2022: Proud Against All Odds
Despite homosexuality being illegal in Nigeria, more LGBTQ+ people are finding the courage to celebrate during Pride month on social media and at private events.
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Confronting Domestic Worker Abuse in my Culture
Though bride price is practised across all ethnic groups in Nigeria, Igbos have a frankly dehumanising bride price system that sees women as objects to be exchanged in order to improve the lives of their brothers and male relatives.
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The Sexist Rhetoric of Witch-hunting
Witchcraft accusations, once associated with the Dark Ages, still endanger women today, silencing, marginalizing, and even leading to violence.
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Fatphobia Is Not Just An Opinion, It’s discrimination
“Fatphobia is systemic, so your harmful opinion is not just that; it is oppression.”
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“And The Nominees Are”; The Women of The 15th Headies Awards
Women are dominating the music scene in Nigeria and Africa! We’re excited to see who will take home the awards at the upcoming ceremony.