“The main thing for a woman is to get married successfully.” Why does this stereotype still determine the value of a woman? Today, women create businesses, head companies, serve in the military, engage in science and art, and realize themselves in a wide variety of professions. But the stereotypes that a woman’s main achievement is to get married successfully have not disappeared. They have only changed form. Now they are presented not as a requirement, but …
Author: Oleksandra Kovalevska
Over the past five years, more than 1.1 million cases of domestic violence have been recorded in Ukraine.
Over the past five years, more than 1.1 million calls for domestic violence have been recorded in Ukraine, - interview with the TV channel "DIM" Over the past five years, more than 1.1 million calls for domestic violence have been recorded in Ukraine. Since the beginning of this year alone, there have been almost 20 thousand, and most of the applications come from women. At the same time, children are increasingly seeking help. Why do people remain silent for years, …
Small steps worth noticing
Small steps worth noting People are used to evaluating their lives through big achievements. Getting a dream job, graduating, buying their own home, starting a family, or implementing an important project. It seems that these are the moments that define success and give the right to say: "Well done." However, months and sometimes years pass between such events. If you wait only for big victories, you can constantly feel as if ...
On the night of July 2, Russia struck again at Ukraine, damaging the office of the NGO “La Strada-Ukraine”
On the night of July 2, Russia struck again at Ukraine, damaging the office of the NGO “La Strada-Ukraine” On the night of July 2, Russia struck again at Ukraine. As a result of the attack, 30 civilians were killed and more than 90 people were injured. Russian troops targeted residential buildings and civilian infrastructure. Emergency and rescue operations are currently continuing in Kyiv at three locations of enemy strikes …
Woman at the wheel: how stereotypes are being destroyed and a new norm is being formed
Woman behind the wheel: how stereotypes are being broken and a new norm is being formed “Woman behind the wheel” is a phrase that can still be heard in jokes, comments, or casual conversations. It doesn’t seem to carry any direct insult, but it often carries a set of prejudices: about attentiveness, confidence, and a “natural ability” to drive. In fact, driving has no gender. But social ideas about who drives “better” …
Pink tax: why women pay more for the same things
Pink tax: why women pay more for the same things Have you ever noticed that almost identical products can have different prices just because of the color of the packaging or the “for women” label? Or that a regular razor, shampoo, or even deodorant in a “women's version” costs more, although it performs the same function? This phenomenon has a name - “pink tax”. What does “pink tax” mean? “Pink tax” …
Why misogyny exists: where it comes from and why it still remains a part of our society
Why misogyny exists: where it comes from and why it still remains a part of our society Misogyny is a prejudiced, disparaging or discriminatory attitude towards women because of their gender. It is one of the manifestations of sexism and can manifest itself both openly and covertly. Misogyny does not always take the form of insults or aggression. It often manifests itself through the devaluation of women's professional achievements, doubts about their competence, …
The right to weakness
The Right to Weakness Have you ever been haunted by the thought that you have no right to stop? That you need to hold on, even when you have no more strength. To smile, even when you want to cry. To help others, even when you yourself need support. Many people live with the belief that being strong is a duty. However, such beliefs can be exhausting and force you to hide. You may not say: “I do not allow myself to …
How to support yourself when stress has become a part of everyday life
How to support yourself when stress has become a part of everyday life Anxiety, uncertainty and exhaustion have become a part of everyday life. The war has changed habits, plans and feelings of security. It has brought loss, constant stress, anxiety for loved ones, power outages and many other challenges. Despite this, life has not stopped. People study, work and support each other. That is why taking care of your own psychological state is …
Hate speech against women on the Internet: forms, impact and ways to protect
Hate speech against women on the Internet: forms, impact and ways of protection The Internet is often perceived as a space for freedom of speech, but for many women it also becomes a space of constant aggression - from humiliating comments to outright threats. Hate speech against women online is not an isolated incident, but a widespread phenomenon that primarily affects the psychological state, safety and desire to express oneself ...
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