Hot Girl Summer: 30+ Feminist Books, Podcasts & TV Series to Check Out!

By Priscilla Ojomu

Whatever your current circumstance is, you can still make this summer your Hot Girl Summer. The summer anthem is all about women empowerment, and there’s never been a more urgent time than this to feel empowered and to empower others.

Using an Intersectional lens, I’ve curated a list of 30+ Feminist Books, Podcasts, & TV Series for you to check out!

Self-Care – what it really means

By Aaima Azhar

Every one of us – and I mean every single one of us – has heard the phrase “practice self-care” in one form or another. What comes to mind? Bath bombs? Candles? TV? Meditation? Yoga? Whatever it is, it often feels overdone and surface level – the words don’t hit deep enough anymore and seem…

The Feminist Killjoy: Notes on Weaponizing Joy

By Priscilla Ojomu

It’s Women’s History Month – a time of the year where women’s achievements and contributions to society are highlighted and celebrated. Throughout the month, women’s narratives are centred on various platforms, emphasizing honour, celebration, joy. Joy, which is often displayed on social media through pictures of women with wide grins, can be weaponized. The concept of the Feminist Killjoy is a testament to the weaponization of collective joy against women in patriarchal societies.

Therapy – various stereotypes, forms, and benefits

By Aaima Azhar

What is therapy? The concept is often shunned or twisted, being grossly misrepresented in society. “Shrinks” are considered taboo in many places. Talking about your feelings is seen as weak. Seeking out help is seen as “quitting.” But what if we shifted this narrative? Turned it inside out in a collective movement to make therapy…