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‘She Can’ Appeal from Action Aid

Last week, I, like millions of others around the country, sat glued to the television watching the programme which showed Dvina McCall’s battle against the elements, cycling 500 miles for charity. Her...

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Global Summit to End Sexual Violence in Conflict

Do you remember the old tv ad with the tag line ‘it’s good to talk’? We’re a society that likes to talk. We’re encouraged to talk. And I’m a strong believer that ‘talking’ about a problem is a good...

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Because I am a girl

Those who visit regularly will know that I am passionate about society bringing an end to violence against women. Sadly, this won’t happen magically, or without significant effort. It needs all of us...

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A parent’s pledge for Girl Summit 2014

When my family and I sat down to breakfast yesterday, my daughter asked what my plans were and why I was up and working so early. My computer was switched on and I was preparing to follow the live...

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Page three, porn and the pressure girls face

”I grew up in a household where The Sun newspaper was a daily addition to our coffee table. As a young girl, I remember feeling uncomfortable being confronted with a pair of naked breasts staring up...

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Biology, women and STEM careers

My female cousin is an engineer. She’s the only female engineer I know. We went to school together and I remember that she was always far better than I at STEM subjects. She had a natural interest in...

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Plan Talks: Imelda Staunton

”This last week involved a visit to the lovely people at Plan UK at their offices in London before heading to The Telegraph offices for the Plan Talks event, featuring the fantastic British actress,...

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Feminism isn’t going to go away

”After an anti-feminist party said it would stand in Nottingham in the General Election, it’s clear feminism is still vital. I’ve not always appreciated I was a feminist, by that I mean I’ve not...

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Seriously Awkward: Protect Older Teenagers

How was it for you? Do you remember life as a 16 or 17 year old?  I remember it only too well; feeling like I didn’t belong. Not really feeling like a child any more but not feeling like an adult...

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Victims of Domestic Abuse and the English Criminal Justice System

”What has happened to a victim centred approach in cases of domestic abuse in the English criminal justice system? A domestic violence review comes after a number of high profile cases where...

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