The tagline of this year’s International Women’s Day was #choosetochallenge. The tag encourages people to tackle gender-based inequality on a personal and collective level. Equally, the tag draws attention to the numerous women throughout history, […]
Ballgowns and binge-watching: an ode to Bridgerton’s costume
Bethany Wright explores Netflix hit Bridgerton’s take on Regency-era style.
Where are the women? The gender gap at the centre of Britain’s ‘Blue Plaques’
Walking around UK cities you have most likely noticed the small, circular blue plaques on the front of buildings. But have you stopped to consider who they commemorate?
Spotlight on: Winnie Harlow
Ellis Ellena Idris takes a look at model Winnie Harlow’s career and her influence on diversity within the industry.
International Women’s Day versus international women
An insight into fast fashion’s capitalisation of IWD and why it simply isn’t enough.
“I want nearly everyone in Leeds to know about me”: In conversation with Graft
Esme McGowan chats to the Leeds-born and bred Rap Game winner about life since the show, working with his heroes and making his family proud.
Endometriosis Awareness Month: Ladies… Put your Hands up if you’re in Pain
Two years, three ultrasound scans, multiple doctor’s appointments and many ‘press two to find out test results’ later, I have received a diagnosis: endometriosis. This condition is one that affects 1 in 10 women and […]
EngSoc x The Gryphon: A week in the wonderful world of English
Catch up on all things literature, awards, and recommendations in this first ever English Society feature!
Real Talk about Contraception
A woman I know recently had surgery. An unknown infection caused a painful, tender swelling on her upper glute, which required an operation to be removed. Upon inspection the cause of the swelling was found […]
Femininity as Performance: ‘I made the decision to grow out all my body hair’
Recently, I made the decision to grow out all of my body hair. Since then, I have experienced a whole array of reactions from family and friends. These have ranged dramatically between open disgust on […]
It’s Time to Support Small Businesses Run by Women
Now, more than ever, it is hugely important to support women-led businesses. Not only have women been disproportionately economically affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, with women being around a third more likely to work in […]
The Ultimate Self-Care Package
The importance of self-care has never been more profound. It can be so easy to get too wrapped up in the mundanities of everyday life that we often neglect our physical, emotional and mental well-being. […]