Trigger Warning (TW): Violence, Sexual Assault The climate of hostility towards transgender persons in Malaysia has subjected a large portion of the community to harrowing discrimination, injustice and abuse. In
In many cultures around the world, the birth of a girl is often considered a bad omen. However, the birth of a boy is a celebratory occasion. If you’re born
[Trigger Warning (TW): Violence, Sexual Assault] Sex workers in Malaysia are at the bottom of the barrel in terms of social ranking. The stigma and discrimination faced by sex workers
An ever-growing presence, ‘fast fashion’ has become a multi-billion dollar industry. Brands like Shein, Forever21 and Zara increasingly release high volumes of clothing at break-neck speed to cater to evolving
When the word ‘superpower’ comes to mind, the images of superheroes in skin-tight clothing flying around the city fighting villains would follow suit. However, in the real world, those who
Today, an increasing number of young women in Malaysia are bravely stepping forward as leaders, voicing out their opinions, rallying their peers, and spearheading change. Embodying courage and resilience, these
The topic of the gender wage gap has often been on the table in Malaysia amongst various policymakers and as seen in the first part of this article, the disparity
The gender wage gap refers to the “difference between median earnings of men and women relative to median earnings of men.” [1] In simpler terms, the gap is determined and
Empowerment means control and opportunity over one’s life to participate in society fully and meaningfully. However, women living in poverty often lack the resources to lead empowered lives. In general,
Single fathers face the same challenges as single mothers. While most would agree that the struggles of single mothers are more talked about, single fathers face the same struggles too
#1: Michelle Yeoh An internationally renowned actress, Michelle Yeoh is more than meets the eye. Acclaimed for her roles in Star Trek, James Bond, and Crazy Rich Asians, the Ipoh-born
White flags have been raised all across Malaysia by those in financial distress. They hang dismally— lining our windows, front porches and apartment balconies. In light of this movement, the
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