I don’t know exactly when or why I realized this, but it was a thought that just popped into the …
Understanding Sexual Assault as a Tool for Oppression
In the era of #MeToo, we are uncovering more and more stories about sexual assault every day. It seems that …
Women Who Were Killed By Men In 2017: UK Edition
For this article, I found a list of names of women who had been killed by men in 2017 in …
Relationships, Stereotypes, and Emotional Labor
Rule 1: Emotions other than anger and pride are prohibited. If you feel anything else, don’t you dare call yourself a …
You Know Her Story, Now It’s Time To Know Her Name
4 years after her sexual assault case made major headlines, the woman who became known publicly as “Emily Doe” during …
The Perpetuation Of Honor Killings Through Legal Systems
I remember the first time I had seen widespread awareness of honor killings. I was 16, and the woman who …
The Scare Behind Skin Care?
What’s the difference between your skincare products and pesticides in your cabinet? The truth is, there isn’t much of a …
What Life Modelling Taught Me About My Body.
Just over a year ago, I sent a message to a friend saying I was thinking about starting a fashion …
Growing Up In The U.S. Wearing A Bindi
Coming from a Hindu family, I have always worn a bindi. In elementary school, my peers made fun of me, …
The Art Of Taking The Ugly Photo
We all know what we’re talking about here– the exaggerated, silly faces we make in selfies with our friends, or …