Shipra Swaraj
FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar: Why is it Scandalous?
The FIFA World Cup that happened in 2022 in the oil-rich nation of Qatar was one of the most controversial sporting events in history. Why?
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Shiana Irlbeck
Jun 19, 20224 min
10 Black Leaders Shaping the World Today - Juneteenth Special
In honor of Juneteenth, it is the perfect time to highlight and celebrate the Black leaders making a difference in the world.
Kristiana Nitisa
Jun 12, 20224 min
Three Inspirational Non-Profits for Women Empowerment
Today, women are still facing issues domestically and internationally, but amidst this, there are also encouraging stories.
Callie McNorton
Mar 15, 20223 min
How COVID-19 Has Been Impacting Women and Girls
Women are victims of pre-existing gender inequalities, and the effects of COVID-19 amplified those inequalities for women and girls all over
Mayuri Chaudhuri
Mar 3, 20227 min
Caged for Eternity: Diving Deep into the Issue of African Human Trafficking
Human trafficking is one of the most systematically organized crimes in the African region, a cloaked form of slavery.
Surabhi Paraki
Jan 22, 20224 min
Beijing Diplomatic Boycott during the 2022 Winter Olympics - Why it matters
China finds itself in a diplomatic boycott situation as it gears up to host the 2022 edition of the Winter Olympics.
Shipra Swaraj
Dec 3, 20219 min
The Great Tribulations of Women in Afghanistan
An analysis of the historical struggles, progress, and setbacks faced by Afghan women over the 20th and 21st centuries.
Shipra Swaraj
Oct 17, 20215 min
Uyghur Muslims in China: A 21st Century Cultural Genocide That Must Be Stopped
The Uyghurs are currently in the limelight due to their religious repression and enforced suppression by the communist government of China.
Surabhi Paraki
Oct 2, 20214 min
Ethiopia: Conflict in the Tigray Region Explained
A constantly escalating conflict between the federal government in Addis Ababa and the regional Tigray government has affected Ethiopians.
Surabhi Paraki
Jul 6, 20213 min
What is Juneteenth, the Latest Federal Holiday Announced by the Biden Government?
On June 17th, 2021, the USA's president, Joe Biden, signed a bill to declare Juneteenth a federal holiday.
Surabhi Paraki
Jun 6, 20214 min
What You Need To Know About The 2021 Presidential Elections in Iran
The 2021 elections in Iran are scheduled to be held on the 18th of June and will have seven significant candidates battling for the post.
Nondiah Khalayi
Jun 4, 20214 min
The 100th Anniversary of the Tulsa Massacre | Does Time Really Heal Wounds?
Tulsa City, Oklahoma, still bears the scars of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre because the truth is still untold.
Mayuri Chaudhuri
May 22, 20216 min
The Tale of Palestine and Israel: Timeline and How To Help
Palestinians in Gaza continue to struggle for basic necessities with inequitable economic & social laws enforced by the Israeli government.
Abdul-Qudus Oyekanmi
Apr 21, 20217 min
How does gender inequality affect multiple facets of a women's life?
Gender equality is a human right, but our world faces a persistent gap in access to opportunities and decision-making power for women.
Sovena Ngeth
Apr 7, 20214 min
Asian Hate Crimes in America: Then and Now
Since the coronavirus pandemic was discovered to have originated in Wuhan, China, anti-Asian discrimination has been rampant.
Sovena Ngeth
Feb 7, 20214 min
Racism in Healthcare: COVID-19 Disproportionately Affecting Black Lives
Racism in healthcare is a prominent example of how systemic racism can affect a group's livelihood.
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