Feminist web round-up
The latest online reads collected by feminist blogger Emma Frankel-Thorin
Gender is more than performance – an extract from Julia Serano’s latest book.
Intersectionality, a fun guide – I really liked this comic in how it simply explains our need for intersectionality.
A case study of No More Page 3 – a very thought-provoking piece on what it can mean to have popular support.
Sweden is now rating films for gender bias – I found this to be an interesting approach, of course the Bechdel test is not a perfect system but I appreciate that they are at least trying.
Why this Janet Mock photo is more important than you think – I hope this photo speaks for itself.
Watch this amazing conversation between Bell Hooks and Melissa Harris-Perry – If you haven’t already seen this it is an absolute must watch.
Dr Magnati – a blog by the forensic scientist who became famous as Belle de Jour, whose writing became TV show Secret Diary of a Call Girl.
Liley Allen’s anti black feminism – this is a brilliant break down and critique of the racism displayed in the recent offering from Lily Allen.
Are selfies radical? – this wonderful & empowering piece argues that they are, in retaliation to a recent Jezebel article.
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The global networks of neofascism
Phil Hearse explores the worldwide allegiances which bind rising fascist movements across the world into a coordinated force.
‘We are confronted by the threat of civil war’
Edgardo Lander talks to Red Pepper about the mounting tensions in Venezuela
Gilets Jaunes and the security state
Olly Haynes reports on the violent crackdown on protesters on the streets of France
Criminalising political opposition in Catalonia
Ignasi Bernat and David Whyte explain why the political trials this week only reveal the tip of the iceberg.
The age of environmental breakdown
There is only a small window of opportunity to prevent further catastrophic change, writes Lesley Rankin.
Zero-tariff Brexit: Another step towards Singapore-on-Thames?
Liam Fox's Brexit plans are a continuation of Thatcher's plans to decimate industry and agriculture, writes Nick Dearden
