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A multi-entertaining entrance into the multi-verse
A multi-entertaining entrance into the multi-verse
I’m going to be completely honest with you and tell you that when I first heard there’s going to be yet another Spider Man film, I didn’t…
Vaishnavi Pallapothu
Jan 23, 2019
The Privileges of Language
The Privileges of Language
Languages are fun. Since I was a kid, I have always been fascinated by different cultures and places and as a consequence, I suppose, I…
Vaishnavi Pallapothu
Sep 18, 2018
In Solidarity with Satya
In Solidarity with Satya
Teaching is one of the most challenging and under-rated jobs in the world. I say this not only because of my own work as an educator but…
Chintan Girish Modi
Aug 30, 2018
Hindu Deities as Feminist Role Models
Hindu Deities as Feminist Role Models
Feminism is often perceived to be at odds with religion. Some feminists advocate secularism, believing that religion is personal and…
Vaishnavi Pallapothu
Aug 7, 2018
What does a feminist classroom look like?
What does a feminist classroom look like?
X is a student in class 8 at school. He is bored because his teacher has been talking continuously and inattentive because his view of the…
Vaishnavi Pallapothu
Jul 16, 2018
Kerala’s gender-sensitive initiatives and their ripple effects — Part 2
Kerala’s gender-sensitive initiatives and their ripple effects — Part 2
This southern state seems to be everywhere, be it education, healthcare, or even technology. Whether it is the first state to house a…
Vaishnavi Pallapothu
Jul 8, 2018
Kerala’s gender-sensitive initiatives and their ripple effects — part 1
Kerala’s gender-sensitive initiatives and their ripple effects — part 1
Kerala, the state most famously known as ‘God’s own Country’, sets a development standard that is comparable to that of many first world…
Vaishnavi Pallapothu
Jul 3, 2018
Gendered viewing of politicians by the media
Gendered viewing of politicians by the media
There is no doubt that the media plays a huge role in both, constructing and reproducing gender perceptions. The media is also guilty of…
Vaishnavi Pallapothu
Jun 23, 2018
Feminism and Adult Filmography
Feminism and Adult Filmography
Pornography and adult filmography have long been extremely divisive issues in feminism — especially in the Western countries. While some…
Vaishnavi Pallapothu
Jun 6, 2018
The Summer of ’69: Remembering Stonewall
The Summer of ’69: Remembering Stonewall
On June 28, 1969 at New York’s Greenwich village something extraordinary happened. Police raided a gay bar to arrest members of the LGBT…
Sourya Banerjee
Jun 3, 2018
A letter to teachers on building empathy before they walk into the classroom
A letter to teachers on building empathy before they walk into the classroom
By Nanditha Ravindar
Red Elephant Foundation
May 31, 2018
Captain America vs. Iron Man
Captain America vs. Iron Man
This is a Guest Post contributed to our platform by Jesus Trevino. You can read the original post here. The views and opinions expressed in…
Red Elephant Foundation
May 29, 2018
Debunking gendered perspectives about war and peace
One of the hackneyed stories told to us is that, throughout history, men fight wars to protect women and children. Because the unfortunate…
Vaishnavi Pallapothu
Feb 22, 2018
Gender Imbalances in the Classroom
Gender Imbalances in the Classroom
Sociologists and feminists have long argued that most educational curriculums are major sources of gender socialization. Various subjects…
Vaishnavi Pallapothu
Feb 13, 2018
Unlearning Gender Roles
More often than not, gendered expectations begin even before a child is born. After finding out the sex of the unborn child, parents may…
Vaishnavi Pallapothu
Feb 1, 2018
Why Representation Matters
Why Representation Matters
Stories and tales are amazing ways to transport yourself to a faraway place, meet and get to know complete strangers and explore cultures…
Vaishnavi Pallapothu
Jan 24, 2018
Crimes from Colonial Hangover, Part II: Marital Rape
Crimes from Colonial Hangover, Part II: Marital Rape
“We take the view that the time has now arrived when the law should declare that a rapist remains a rapist subject to the criminal law…
Sourya Banerjee
Jan 17, 2018
The Dangers of Mainstreaming Feminism
One’s claims of being a feminist do not hold water if it just a mere belief that men and women are equal. To be a feminist is also to do…
Vaishnavi Pallapothu
Jan 15, 2018
The Crime from Colonial Hangover, Part I: Section 377 IPC
The Crime from Colonial Hangover, Part I: Section 377 IPC
What does the Section say?
Sourya Banerjee
Jan 15, 2018
Fashion, form and feminism — friends or foes? Part 2
The previous article discussed fashion in terms of functionality and how we can examine the two from a feminist point of view. Part 2 of…
Vaishnavi Pallapothu
Dec 27, 2017
A letter to 21st century Indian parents
A letter to 21st century Indian parents
Dear 21st century urban Indian parents,
Nymphadora Tonks
Dec 26, 2017
Fashion, functionality and feminism — friends or foes? Part 1
Fashion and feminism have long had a love-hate relationship. On the one hand, fashion can be used as a feminist tool: challenging and…
Vaishnavi Pallapothu
Dec 21, 2017
The unforgettable legacy of a forgotten woman
The unforgettable legacy of a forgotten woman
Jayaram Jayalalithaa, alias Amma (mother), alias Puratchi Thalaivi, alias Thanga Tharagai (golden maiden) played many roles in her life…
Vaishnavi Pallapothu
Dec 4, 2017
The Undercurrents of Sexism at Festivals
I absolutely love Diwali. It is the most celebrated festival at my home. I love what most festivals signify to me. The idea of family and…
Vandita Morarka
Dec 2, 2017
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