Articles tagged with: Women
Women as Enemy: A Film About Brutality Toward Our Global Sisters
For far too long in history, women have been perceived as chattel, disposable and expendable. This past year we witnessed uprisings in the Middle East during their Arab Spring. Women often fought along side men to oust oppressive regimes. In Bahrain, however, women are still at risk of torture and rape. Yemen women played activists roles in toppling President Saleh, …
Internet Pornography and Domestic Violence
There are conflicting interpretations about what constitutes pornography. Perhaps we should consider how former Supreme Court Justice Potter Stewart defined obscenity, “…I know it when I see it.” The same can be said of pornography, whether it is soft porn or hard-core. And like it or not, it is pervasive on the Internet. Pornography has now become a complex and …
Spotlight on Blogs: Estrogen Rise!
Sisters, stand shoulder to shoulder and let us empower one another. Changes are occurring at rapid rates. We need to be involved and supportive of our sisters here and around the world. Take the risk to which Anais Nin referred, then help the world “blossom” for the good and betterment of all.
Even Now…
So where have I gone wrong, she asks again. Well, I do not own a Blackberry or an iPod or an iPad. I still listen to CD’s and would never consider Sirius radio. When my kids recount stories to me about Howard Stern’s schtick, I don’t get it.
Hate Crimes, Women, and The Internet
Perhaps the larger issue is the virtual world of the Internet and how many individuals are becoming more socially isolated. There are numerous social media sites and millions of blogs. As with much of technology, that brings about both good and bad.
Stay Inside The Lines…?
I received a comment yesterday from Nila who has a new journalism site called Shetizen Journalist. It is designed as a place for women to write about politics, awareness and issues of the day in a global venue.
Interview: Christine Crowstaff, Founder of Women For A Change
Because I think there are very few women in the world who feel their voices are truly heard. We’ve only to look at the massive under-representation of women at major conferences, women involved in conflict resolution, women leaders.
So What is Class, Really?
Justice Potter Stewart is often remembered for his answer when asked to define obscenity. He stated, “I know it when I see it.” The same can be said of class. I know it when I see it. I do know that one does not need to be wealthy in order to have class. It is more about attitude than money, …
