Border violence is a growing area of concern across the world. Literary scholar Dr. Olga Michael shares insights on how it is perceived in the West.
Tag: politics
Carrie Mae Weems and the Art of Inclusion
For over four decades, Carrie Mae Weems has used the camera to capture what it means to be alive in our time.
More White Women Are Beginning to Want Change
White women have historically voted for their party, but that trend seems to be shifting. Following the 2018 midterm elections, we’re seeing a change for the first time.
“Middlegame”: A Dance That Has Stood the Test of Time
Dusan Tynek’s “Middlegame” goes beyond the artistic to shed light on some of the political and gender tensions we’re currently facing.
Women in Maine Fight for the Future of the Supreme Court
An “explosion of grassroots energy” has taken hold in Maine since President Donald Trump took office. Now women lead the fight against his Supreme Court nominee, Brett Kavanaugh.
New U.N. Report on Gender Equality: Turning Promises into Action
“It’s not about one goal, it’s about all goals,” said UN Women Executive Director Mlambo-Ngcuka who started her speech at a press conference on February 14 by sharing the concept of intersectionality featured in the latest report.
How Parental Leave Policies Can Change the World
The hot topics of parental leave and gender equality in the workforce ignited thoughtful discussions and new solutions at a recent United Nations seminar.
Shirley Chisholm, the Black Woman Who Ran For President Decades Before Obama
Shirley Chisholm’s refusal to accept the status quo and run for office shows incredible leadership.