Sona Mahendra discusses some of the things that made her begin to self-identify as a feminist, and some of the challenges the movement still faces. Continue reading »
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The convention of overlooking
Chloe Hoffmann discusses the expulsion of a female grade twelve student. “Equality right? Equal and fair treatment for all – regardless of skin colour, religion, ethnic group…the list goes on and on. But it seems to be that sexual orientation, like many other not so glamourized issues, is often overlooked.” Continue reading »
Do women leaders necessarily mean better things for women?
Jen Thorpe asks: Are we to be critical of the ANC for a lack of women leaders? Does the high number of women leaders in the DA mean better things for women? Continue reading »
Men make lousy feminists
Joy-Mari Cloete argues that men in general make lousy feminists Continue reading »
What’s in a name?
Jono Smith asks the important question – What’s in a name? Continue reading »
A response from Joy magazine to Jonathan Smith
A response to the letter posted here by Jonathan Smith Continue reading »
An abundance of opportunities
Tammy Sutherns reminds us that winter is a chance to make meaning in the lives of others Continue reading »
Culture, Women and Respect
New writer Masutane Modjadji discusses culture and the negative effects it can have on women Continue reading »
Not all people who believe in God hate women
Jono Smith challenges the idea that Christianity is anti-women. Instead, he encourages a feminist and egalitarian view of religion Continue reading »
Short-listed Candidates for Commission on Gender Equality Named
The Short List for Commissioners for Gender Equality has been named. What do you think? Continue reading »