In my previous article, I discussed an overview of human trafficking throughout the world and its prevalence in even developed nations like the United States. …
What Is Human Trafficking, and Why Should You Care?
Just about a year ago, I had no idea what human trafficking was. That might seem a bit difficult to imagine for anyone who knows …
Saudi Women Have Been Granted Suffrage, but Progress Has Yet to Be Made
Saudi Arabia has long been known as one of the most patriarchal of the world’s countries — based on its restrictive attitudes and legal systems …
To Pluto and Beyond: New Horizons in Empowerment
If you’re in the know, you might have heard about NASA’s New Horizon’s mission to Pluto. If you’re really in the know, you may have …
Lifehack: How to Avoid Added Nitrates in Food
When I got my article assignment for this month, I had no idea what a nitrate was or how to avoid one. Put that down …
Girls Auto Clinic: Empowerment Through Auto Care
“It’s no secret that women generally do not understand vehicles — how they operate or how to maintain them.” Patrice Banks doesn’t intend this statement to …
The Child Marriage Epidemic in Bangladesh
After Sharmin’s family’s house and possessions were destroyed by flooding, her family tried to start again with a new house. This house was washed away …
Long Live the Legacy of Rachel Carson (But Not DDT)
If an average person hears the term “DDT,” they’ll likely associate it with dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane (perhaps not with that level of accuracy on the scientific name), …
Indonesia’s Discriminatory and Violating “Virginity Tests” for Military and Police Women
For more than 30 years, Indonesia has subjected women who either enlist in the military or the Indonesian National Police or who want to marry …