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This is my feminist guilt

Posted on December 1, 2019December 1, 2019
L. Juliano

Preen.ph tackles motherhood sans the rose-tinted glasses. Our columnists L. Juliano, Marla Darwin, Rossana Unson, Ronna Capili-Bonifacio, and Chrina Cuna-Henson tell their personal experiences like it is—at times frustrating, oftentimes confusing, but always enlightening. I am…

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Preen gift guide: Gifts that encourage girl power

Posted on November 18, 2019November 18, 2019
Renee San Juan

Though feminists have come far, the term feminism continues to face criticism. We’re not suggesting that consumerism is the solution, but a gift that will encourage our fellow feminists to…

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The dangers of allowing minors to make sexy posts

Posted on November 4, 2019November 4, 2019
Jacqueline Arias

In the past few years, more women have started to own their sexualities and emphasize that their bodies are nobody’s property. This can be mostly attributed to empowerment from modern-day…

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The link between gender inequality and poverty

Posted on October 17, 2019October 17, 2019
Jacqueline Arias

When we talk about poverty, the surface-level discussion involves topics like low income as well as the lack of job opportunities for those who didn’t finish school. But have you…

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‘Maleficent: Mistress of Evil’ didn’t live up to the feminist hype

Posted on October 16, 2019October 16, 2019
Jacqueline Arias

Warning: Spoilers ahead! The 2014 film “Maleficent” is one of the few Disney reboots I appreciate because it shows a different perspective on “Sleeping Beauty.” Who knew the evil fairy…

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Women in horror: How films in 2019 tackle inequality and #MeToo

Posted on September 3, 2019September 5, 2019
Jacqueline Arias

It’s official: Women now rule the horror and thriller movie genre. Horror films have always reflected society and its cultural fears during a specific era. Morbidly Beautiful noted that directors…

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The anti-progressive world of women athletes

Posted on August 6, 2019August 6, 2019
Sofia Santelices

Just a few weeks ago, co-captain of the United States women’s national soccer team, Megan Rapinoe was deeply antigonized by social media for her confidence in her sport—most people interpreting…

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The Philippines desperately needs the #MeToo movement

Posted on July 14, 2019July 15, 2019
B. del Rio

In Sweden, #MeToo has clearly swept the nation. Last year, a new law was passed by the Swedish Parliament which says that the lack of consent, verbal or physical, constitutes…

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Excuse me, Mr. Panelo, Amal Clooney is more than “pretty” and “sexy”

Posted on July 11, 2019
Jacqueline Arias

When it was announced human rights lawyer Amal Clooney would be representing Maria Ressa, many felt hopeful she’d get justice for the many charges against her. But it seems no…

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Serena Williams’ unretouched cover is here and we bow down

Posted on July 10, 2019July 10, 2019
B. del Rio

Serena Williams once again caught the world’s attention. This time, with her unretouched cover for the August issue of Harper’s Bazaar. Clad in a gold Stella McCartney gown with a…

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