Tag: internationalwomensday
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Fat, Black, female and winning
An unapologetic ode to my fat, Black female self. Oh, to be a fat, Black female in a society that, if it had its way, would eradicate me and others like me from existence. Where do I even begin with the injustices that face anyone who embodies these qualities? First of all, society treats being…
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Jackie the Ripper? Violence against women is not a gimmick
This post discusses sensitive topics about sexual assault. This International Women’s Day saw the latest in a long line of complete stupidity and disregard for the plight of violence against women at the hands of men. In a failed attempt at appearing equal, London Dungeon renamed Jack the Ripper – murderer of countless women and…
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I Am Woman
I am woman, I am strong, I’m able to roar in a world of wrong. I am woman, I stand proud, I won’t be told what I am not allowed. I am woman, I am here to stay, I will not let your fear keep me at bay. I am woman, I’m no stranger to…
Sincerely, Saskia 