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Abusers’ New Favourite Toy: AirTags used to stalk and control women
It’s been over two years since Apple launched its AirTag device, a small and inconspicuous gadget that can be attached to keys, wallets, and other items to help you locate them using the Find My app on your…
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The life time work of Catharine Mackinnon
Professor Catherine A. MacKinnon is a leading American feminist legal scholar and activist. She is best known for her groundbreaking work on sexual harassment, pornography, gender equality and sexual violence.
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We won’t achieve true reproductive freedom without grassroots support
In the UK, political transformation begins and ends with Parliament. Doesn’t it?
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What is the European Convention on Human Rights is and why the European Court of Human Rights is important
The European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) is an international law document that was created in 1950 by the Council of Europe. It sets out the fundamental human rights that all people should enjoy, regardless of where they live or their nationality. The…
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Sex for rent is exploitative and should be a specific criminal offence.
The term ‘sex for rent’ describes a situation where an individual, usually a woman, is offered free accommodation in exchange for sexual favours. This exploitative practice has been around for decades and is becoming increasingly common in the UK as the cost of…
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Love-bombing and gaslighting: Tactics of domestic abuse.
Love-bombing and gaslighting are two forms of emotional abuse and manipulation used by people in intimate relationships. Both are dangerous, damaging behaviours that can have long-lasting and negative effects on victims.
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Why childcare should be universal and freely available for everyone and paid for by the government
Childcare is an essential service in our society, yet it is not always available to everyone who needs it. In fact, many families find it difficult to access the childcare they need due to high costs or limited availability. This has a significant…
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Why feminism is good for men and why all men should be feminists:
Feminism has long been a topic of debate, with many people believing that it only benefits women and is irrelevant to the lives of men. In reality, all men should be feminists, as feminism is essential in creating an equal and just society…
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Calling for an end to male violence against women and girls in society
As a society, we have become all too familiar with the images of violence against women and girls that are so often splashed across our newspapers and television screens. Whether it is domestic abuse, sexual assault, or even rape, the statistics show that…
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KvK – a retreat from progress in the family courts?
Dr Adrienne Barnett, Reader in Law, Brunel University, London, and Dr Charlotte Proudman, barrister at Goldsmith Chambers and director at Right to Equality, consider whether K v K [2022] EWCA Civ 468 favours the resolution of resource constraints over the safety and welfare of victims…
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The Cost of Living Crisis and Domestic Abuse
Domestic abuse is a major problem that affects people of all genders, ages, and backgrounds. It can take many forms, including physical, emotional, sexual, and financial abuse. Unfortunately, the cost of living crisis is leading to an increase in domestic abuse around the…
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Public Sexual Harassment
Public sexual harassment is a global issue that has been prevalent for centuries, yet only recently has it gained the proper recognition and attention it deserves. The true scale of the problem is often overlooked and ignored, leading to a culture of complacency and acceptance….