Status of Women debate a historic first for N.L.
Last Monday’s debate revealed the province’s three leaders know a lot about the problems, but are less clear on the solutions.
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St. John’s not so great for women, after all
Improved methodology reveals St. John’s high ranking in 2014 gender gap study was premature.
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Trans March in St. John’s “an important radical act”
Province’s first-ever collectively organized Trans March takes over streets of downtown St. John’s a day ahead of the city’s annual Pride Parade.
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Pride Week: Remembering the struggles and committing to change
Before the celebration, came the struggle. And despite the progress that’s been made, the struggle continues today.
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Catcalling is not a compliment — it’s harassment
A few tips for responding to street harassers.
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Two-tiered level of services for people living with autism spectrum disorder
Unfortunately, for parents with children on the spectrum, in Newfoundland and Labrador your child’s development and future hinge on your ability to foot the bill for help.
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An International Women’s Day reflection
There are a lot of unhappy facts to face when it comes to gender equality. But there is also hope.
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When one door closes…
The dropping price of oil reveals more than just the dangers of relying on oil revenue. It also reveals the dangers of letting high income earners and corporations skip by without paying their fair share of taxes.
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Talking Turkeys
Food banks were supposed to be a temporary measure, not an institution. Could our energies be better spent tackling income inequality, rather than institutionalizing charity?
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NL unions vow “fairness for all” fight in lead up to 2015 elections
Members of the province’s labour movement gathered in St. John’s last week to discuss their mandate and strategy for ramping up efforts to achieve social and economic justice in Newfoundland and Labrador. Union leaders say political activism will be a key part of their fight.
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Memorial University’s D-Day mug debacle: A fine line to trip over
Whether preserved through traditions or perpetuated by pop culture, sexism and the objectification of women are wrong, and their acceptance is holding us back.
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Minimum wage: all the rage!
A minimum wage increase is a good start. But it’s only a start…
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Women being shut out of provincial election?
So far all three parties are seeing significantly lower numbers of women candidates coming forward for the October provincial election
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