Involuntary Sterilisation of Marginalised Women
Forced sterilisation is the State’s way of discriminating against and controlling the fertility of the most vulnerable the world over; namely, marginalised women.
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Review: ‘The Palestine Laboratory’
'The Palestine Laboratory: How Israel Exports the Technology Occupation Around the World' is a must read for those wanting to understand how the oppression of Palestinians is intertwined with the export of military technologies worldwide.
Out of Nowhere
Flash fiction by Mary Chydirotis.
Can I get a side of glitter with my lifestyle choice?
When does a basic human right become a “lifestyle choice” and who gets to define what those are?
Documentary traces rescuers’ crucial role throughout history
Individual courage, perseverance, and the willingness to stand up to ostensibly unbeatable systems can still influence the history and implementation of human rights, writes Christopher Ringrose.
Jon Stewart exposes journalist Maziar Bahari’s fight for freedom
Jon Stewart’s debut film is a moving exploration of endurance, freedom of expression, and the indomitability of the human spirit, writes Donna Lu.
A compassionate practice
Jessica Yu speaks to Jarni about meditation, social justice, and why people think Buddhism is “cool”.
We want to fully represent ourselves
Leona Hameed speaks with Ramesh Fernandez, the founder and CEO of RISE: Refugees, Survivors and Ex- Detainees.
Checking my migrant privilege
Many Australian youth have access to opportunities that young people in the Pacific Islands can only dream of. But guilt isn’t a productive emotion – let’s call for change instead.
Peter Drew: Real Australians Say Welcome
Maggie Watson takes a look at artist Peter Drew’s project, Real Australians Say Welcome, which asks us to reflect on our views of asylum seekers and what it means to be Australian.
Musical ‘Parade’ shines the spotlight on injustice
BottledSnail’s production of the Tony Award-winning musical Parade premiered at The Coopers Malthouse, and the themes explored are just as important today as they were 100 years ago, writes Samantha Jones.
Documentary places women at the centre of social change
The documentary Disruption, showing as part of the Transitions Film Festival, follows an activist group as they seek to empower women through financial inclusion programs, writes Samaya Borom.
Harvey Milk opera embodies the subject it pays homage to
“Harvey Milk: The Opera In Concert” is an impressive musical adaptation of an extraordinary life.