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Following the Heroine: Harmful Representation in Shoujo Anime
Figuring out the dating world by yourself is hard enough, so why does anime make it even harder?
A Cluster of Claustrophobic Girlbosses: Shiva Baby (2020) and Representing the Modern Woman
What happens when you mix bisexuals, ex-girlfriends, cheaters, sugar babies, and real babies, with a shiva?
Free Speech in the Philippines, Representation Lost Through Oppression
In the modern world, technology and social media have become a bastion of free speech, pushing everyone's voice to the corners of the globe. However, the treatment and acceptance of free speech has been received differently, and in some cases, like the Philippines, harshly.
Building a small business in the midst of the pandemic. In conversation with Tamara Masa Vojinovic, creator of Time Illuminated.
“Film photography became a really beautiful unravelling of artistry, inspiration, imagination, and reconnection.” Tamara shares with us her journey of artistry throughout the pandemic, exploring the highs & lows of artrepreneurship.
Indigenous Representation in Media and Mind
The media seems to report less on Indigenous issues, which makes them sound less important. What can our collective knowledge do?
What’s with Body Image Issues and the Tradition of Cooking and Dining Together?
The truth is, no one seemed to be satisfied with their body. The worries over my body will probably never disappear. But I try to minimize their impact on my life and people around me.
The Lack of Accurate LGBTQi+ Depictions in Film
In a world of progressive mainstream media that aims to represent people of various backgrounds, how do members of the LGBTQ+ community feel about the current representation of members in their minority group?
I’m a Girl Who Only Writes Male Protagonists, and I Finally Asked Myself Why
Feminism in the streets, internalized sexism in the writing portfolio
A Thousand Faces: Rick Riordan’s LGBTQ+ Heroes Are Diversifying the Children’s Shelf
A wise woman once said, “I believe the children are our future.” With the queer and nonbinary representation in his books, it seems the creator of Percy Jackson has decided to bet on it.
My Favorite Shows are Problematic, What do I do?
On the one hand, I am deeply interested in the show’s content but, on the other hand, I feel the necessity to be in solidarity with the community that seeks diversity and inclusion in Pop culture. What should I do?
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