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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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This rape case shows misogyny and male privilege are still abound in the #MeToo era

Posted on July 8, 2019July 9, 2019
B. del Rio

Trigger warning: rape, sexual assault Our justice system is still deeply flawed. And despite several movements for social progress, it’s clear we still have a long way to go. In…

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Let’s talk about professionalism and how it becomes a gendered discussion

Posted on June 21, 2019June 21, 2019
B. del Rio

Sexism is still clearly present in our society. In Myanmar, a 28-year-old doctor, Nang Mwe San, claimed that a premiere medical council in their country revoked her license on the…

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Posted on June 7, 2019
Jacqueline Arias

In case you didn’t know, we have a newsletter subscription. You might have seen the hyperlink at the bottom of all our articles—including this one.

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Miley Cyrus responds to trolls who think she deserves to be harassed

Posted on June 5, 2019June 5, 2019
B. del Rio

All over the world, it seems consent is still largely a concept that’s too difficult to grasp. Miley Cyrus’ recent trip to Barcelona shows this much. In an upsetting clip…

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“Text me when you get home”: The true significance of this casual girl ritual

Posted on June 2, 2019June 3, 2019
B. del Rio

As women in this world, we have particular experiences unique to us. And sadly, familiarity to acts of sexual harassment is one of them. I never met a woman who…

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Here’s why we still need to talk about the Pisay controversy

Posted on May 30, 2019May 31, 2019
B. del Rio

For young scholars, there’s a certain air of prestige attached with carrying the name of Philippine Science High School or Pisay. I know this because I came from the institution.…

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The Philippines desperately needs the #MeToo movement

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

Serena Williams’ unretouched cover is here and we bow down

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