Anger expresses itself in different ways, but for Rosa, she felt as if her expressions were always imprisoned; imprisoned in the jail of her “brought-up-see”. No foul… Read more “Her Anger”
Category: A Room with a View
Reflections on various issues related to discrimination against women by members of our community
Question/Dedication
woman of the ceaseless prayers, folded handkerchiefs and calloused hands of the lace-trimmed half-slips and head-ties to protect from dew and sun of the bush tea and… Read more “Question/Dedication”
Your Money
I still remember those nights Sleeping with my knees locked tight The lascivious looks you gave me Are burned into my psyche And Mom was either oblivious… Read more “Your Money”
The Longest Journey
The sky was strange that day. Blanched white. This lack of colour disturbed her. Alba held tighter to her older sister’s hand. Leah was walking with an… Read more “The Longest Journey”
Telling Women’s Stories
For the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence Campaign 2018, WomenSpeak presents “16 Stories” :original works of fiction and poetry dealing with issues of violence,… Read more “Telling Women’s Stories”
Deaf Women Have a Voice
Deaf women have a voice and I believe it is high time we start listening to them. For when we don’t, we allow injustice and abuse to… Read more “Deaf Women Have a Voice”
You Don’t Have to be Pretty
I was at a party the other day, and I found myself staring at the ice in my drink. It’s weird, but at parties I get strangely thoughtful.… Read more “You Don’t Have to be Pretty”
On Coming Out as Bisexual
Over the entire span of my dating life, I’ve had boyfriends and girlfriends. When I’m dating someone of the same sex, though, there’s an anxiety that comes… Read more “On Coming Out as Bisexual”
Ask Him More: Gender Bias in Recruitment
“Do you have any children or plan on having children anytime soon?” Stop asking me when I plan to have kids in a job interview! It’s bad… Read more “Ask Him More: Gender Bias in Recruitment”
What Was She Wearing?
“Does this top look good on me?” Does this color compliment my skin tone?” “Are these pants appropriate for the event I’m going to?” These are some… Read more “What Was She Wearing?”