Killing with Dishonor

The phrase ‘honor killing’ seems like an oxymoron in the 21st century. And it is. However, these controversial and tradition-bound honor killings are on the rise, not unreasonable by those who see them as justified. In its most basic definition, an honor...

Education and Empowerment

Photo by Luna Liu Being able to read this piece means that you have had at least access to basic education. You must also have access to a computer which indicates a higher rate of education. Even to be reading an article that deals with the importance of education...

Weighing on Baby Fat, Especially for Girls

The article, ‘Baby Fat May Not Be So Cute After All’, appeared in the New York Times on March 22. It summarizes several recent studies that have suggested that patterns of childhood obesity may form as early as infancy. Some of the experts quoted recommend...

Girls’ Issues are Women’s Issues are World Issues

I just have simply stopped using that term “women’s issues.” What issues should 51% of the world check out on? This interview with President and Chief Executive Officer for the Global Fund for Women Kavita N. Ramdas reveals disturbing realities faced...

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