Meet Lara, the visionary behind Shapes & Colors (S&C), MADE Lagos, and Crafts Boulevard. LUX WMN speaks with Lara to find out how her passion fuelled her businesses as well as the advice she’d share to other entrepreneurs!
Founder & CEO, Olivia DeRamus, created Communia as a “safe space for anyone who’s tired of the internet revolving around the male gaze”.
Luis Rubiales came under immense fire when he issued an “unsolicited kiss” on Spanish footballer, Jenni Hermoso after winning the Women’s World Cup, during the post-match trophy presentation.Â
Femicides can be defined as the deliberate act of killing that is fueled by gender-related motivation. Despite decades of activism as well as increasing awareness of violence against women, the available evidence has shown that the progress being made to stop these acts of violence is incredibly inadequate.
Iran’s parliament has recently passed a further controversial bill that would increase fines and prison terms for women who break the strict dress code. Those who are deemed “inappropriately dressed” will face up to 10 years in prison under the bill, of which a three year “trial period” was agreed.
Self care has become a pretty hot buzz word in recent years, but often associated with face masks & candles – this is our no BS guide to self care for those days when you need a little bit more!
Taylor Swift has been on a record breaking track record recently, as she has become the first female artist to hit 100 million monthly listeners on Spotify.Â
English comedian, actor, writer and recent activist Russel Brand has been accused of rape and sexual abuse by a trio of U.K. news organisations. The 48 year old, know for his roles in films such as Forgetting Sarah Marshall and Get Him To The Greek, has been accused of rape, sexual abuse, harrasment and predatory behaviour after a years long investigation with “hundreds of people”.
Mental health struggles are something we can all relate to and thankfully it’s a topic that is being discussed on a global scale. However in some communities around the world, especially the South Asian community, talking about your mental health challenges still remains as a taboo which is difficult for people like Siyani Sheth.Â
Meet Luisa, a woman working in BJJ who is paving the way for other women & young girls in the sport! Hear from Luisa about her journey and how she got to where she is today…
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