Tag: 21st century
Karin Kukkonen draws threads through literature and history to connect Astrea, the virgin-goddess of antiquity, with the capacity to re-imagine contemporary ideas–such as the possibility of a female James Bond.
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We are Magdalenas and we are dangerous
Aisling Walsh discusses the Guatemala chapter of growing feminist movement ‘Magdalenas’ who seek to reclaim the image of Mary Magdalene as an expression of their refusal to remain silent and accept the subordinate position of women.
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Jessica Wolfendale argues that the narrative of the ‘proactively dressed’ woman is dangerous, because it reinforces ideas that women are responsible for men’s behaviour.
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Half Egyptian, half Irish writer Salma El-Wardany shines a spotlight on how she is perceived as dangerous to Muslims and non-Muslims alike.
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Sarah Dyer shares a short story, set prior to marriage equality, on the difficulties of being true to yourself in a dysfunctional family.
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Australian actress, writer and producer Jayde Kirchert responds to the Dangerous Women Project question with a poem.
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A radical peace activist
Passionate for life: Helen Steven, a radical Scottish peace activist, in her own words and those of Kathy Galloway.
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A Dangerous Combination?
Nicole Busby and Rebecca Zahn chart the often problematic relationship between women and organised trade unions in the UK.
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The killing of Jo Cox
Jo Shaw reflects on the murder of Jo Cox MP – an event that has sent shockwaves across the UK and beyond.
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