by Meghan Lewis –UK– In the same week that Ramesh Ponnuru, Senior Editor for the National Review, said that “The pay gap is exaggerated, discrimination doesn’t drive it and it’s not clear that government can eliminate it – or should …

Equal Pay UK: Why Some Are Paid More Than Others Read more »

by Meghan Lewis –U.K.– I can think of many greater threats to feminism than a photograph of a woman without make-up. In fact I fail to see how this can be seen as a threat to feminism at all. However, …

Being a Feminist in 2012 is a Tricky Business Read more »

by Meghan Lewis –Cambodia– An ancient Khmer proverb says, “A man is gold; a woman is a white piece of cloth.” Gold can get dirty or be dropped in the mud, but it can be polished and become as shiny …

From White Cloth to Precious Gems: Cambodian Women Challenge Gender Stereotypes and Defend against HIV Read more »

by Meghan Lewis –Cambodia– Two newspaper headlines caught my eye recently. The first, published in a British newspaper, brought stark news to fashion followers. Due to an increase in VAT (value added tax) and cotton prices, “cheap fashion could soon …

Cambodian Garment Workers: Fashion’s True Victims Read more »

by Meghan Lewis –Cambodia– “Feelings, oh feelings, please accept this. I have not wronged – even in law. We wish to have a place in this world and to love one another freely.” -Noy Sitha, 58, Women’s Network for Unity …

Facing Double Discrimination: Cambodian Lesbians Are Breaking the Silence Read more »