women's issues
Ontario Is Trying to Make Working in Restaurants Less Shitty for Women
The province is introducing sexual harassment training, but one of the industry's most vocal critics says change has to start from within.
Meet the Woman Fighting to Normalize Toplessness
"I don't have slogans painted on my body. I don't carry signs. There are times for that, but to normalize bare-chestedness, you have to do normal things."
The Myth of Safety: Why Can't Women Get a Ride Home Without Being Raped?
A new lawsuit against Uber hopes to prove the company does not have the "safest rides on the road." For women, there aren't any good transportation options left.
How One Man Ran the World's Only Menstruation Museum from His Basement
The story of a 73-year-old bachelor, a massive collection of menstrual memorabilia, and the museum that may one day rise again.
Justin Trudeau Slams Misogyny in ‘Certain Types of Music’ But Doesn’t Say Which Genres
The Liberal leader blamed music as a societal factor leading to poor behaviour against women. Here is an exhaustive list of musical genres with misogynistic lyrics that he could have been referring to.
Labour's Pink Bus Is Very Silly, But It's Better Than Women Being Ignored
Harriet Harman's "Woman to Woman" pink bus tour may seem like a divisive gimmick, but can't we accept that it might be necessary?
Should Women Get Days off Work During Their Period?
There's an ongoing debate about the merits of "menstrual leave"—basically, getting a few extra sick days for when you're on the rag.
I Steam-Cleaned My Vagina
I hovered over a pot of hot water filled with special herbs for almost half an hour, because sometimes your vagina needs to get pampered.
I Regret Reporting My Female Boss for Sexual Harassment
Instead of empowering me, filing a complaint against my troubled boss made me feel powerless, like I had betrayed a kindred spirit.
Egypt Finally Criminalizes Sexual Harassment
For the first time in its history, Egypt codified and enacted laws making sexual harassment illegal and punishable.