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‘Volunteering prepares you for the future’ – Hassana Maina, gender consultant

An interview with Hassana Maina, a gender advocate and lawyer

Salim Yunusa June 18, 2022

kids at the funeral of theShireen Abu Aqla

The price of truth reporting in journalism

We usually wake up in the morning, open any source of news and get updated about what happened when we were sleeping. We get extra concerned when we are aware of a war happening at any corner in this big world. Especially, the atrocious never ending battle between Israel and Palestine. Inhumane On 11th May…

Ghada Mezghani June 14, 2022

An image showing different races of people extending their hands to protect the environment

Climate Change VS Culture Change: Youth’s Perspective

If the climate is changing, we also need to change our culture and daily activities, by being more conscious of the environment. The current reality on climate change is one that speaks of urgency and seeks creative ways to solve the mess we have found ourselves in. It is important to talk about climate and…

Akinjise Daniel April 11, 2022

Exploring Gender Analysis in Militarization

In our world today, the significance of the human security and peace paradigm draws heavily on “militarization” – an ideology of power normalizing the use of violence and aggression as a means to address conflict. These ideological manifestations of militarism have advanced militaristic values such as – deliberate and indiscriminate use of physical force, acceptance of hierarchies, and using violence as a legitimate way of resolving conflict in the social, political, and economic domains.

Huma Nasir April 10, 2022

An Insight Into Ableism

Individuals with disabilities and disorders are still put at a disadvantage. This article will shine a light on ableism and what we can do to be more inclusive. What Is Ableism? Ableism, by definition, is the discrimination and prejudice against individuals with disabilities. The bias is based on the assumption that typical abilities and people…

Anh Minh Nguyen December 10, 2021

‘Nursing’ a Community into Marginalization: A Study on the Hardships Faced by Medical Nurses in India

The Indian medical nurses’ community is a marginalized one. Read this article to know more about the trials and tribulations associated with the nursing profession in India.

Anitta Thajudheen Jia December 10, 2021

An ode to the Chand-Gari – Bahawalpur’s unregulated public transport

What can we learn from Bahawalpur’s unconventional and unregulated public transport network that serve thousands of people everyday?

Ali Anwaar December 8, 2021

Is that a gun or an ice cream? – The rise of killer robots

For years, humanity has toyed with the idea of sentient robots killing humans, whether in sci-fi movies or books. The fear that machines will surpass humans in violent ways has become more rampant than ever and the term “killer robots” is inching closer to reality. But how close are we to inventing conscious machines and…

Ali Anwaar November 27, 2021

The image of local men fishing in the backwaters of the Sundarbans.

The Mosaic of Biodiversity and Ethnic Multiplicity: An Endangered Fairytale from the Sundarbans

The Sundarbans are an ecological enigma. There is more to this heavenly abode than biodiversity. Read on to learn how unique they are!

Anitta Thajudheen Jia October 15, 2021

Modern-Day Slaves – The Horror of Bonded Labour in Pakistan

Millions of workers stuck in bonded labour are being exploited due to a lack of political standing or voices in social activism, especially in Pakistan where legislation is lax and implementation is limited.

Ali Anwaar October 11, 2021

Malala Yousafzai: The girl who stood up

Malala Yousafzai, the girl who stood up against the Taliban and fought for women’s rights, became the youngest Nobel Peace Prize laureate.

Samridhi Jain October 10, 2021

Image of a teen standing beside the physical manifestation of his mental illness, seeking out for help.

The Plague of the Mind: A Study of India’s Mental Healthcare System

There’s much speculation surrounding the mental healthcare system in India. Read this article to learn about the shortcomings of the mental health sector in India and possible solutions.

Anitta Thajudheen Jia September 22, 2021

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