Feminism

Emma Alyana Collins At seven, I would pass the time by watching my mother prepare dinner. She would be curled over the kitchen counter, with a large-sharpened knife in her hand, slicing onions and smashing garlic. She would never let me handle the knife – I was too young....

Alice Thébault Barbie (2023) by Greta Gerwig has been commended for its feminist themes, including the notable scene in which America Ferrera’s character, Gloria, discusses the societal pressure for women to always look and be perfect. However, Barbie as a brand and a toy hasn’t always been so body-positive...

Alicia Lacey The debut novel Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus has taken the literary fiction world by storm- a witty, charismatic and emotional story of protagonist Elizabeth Zott navigating her way through the misogynistic 1960s.  An incredible introduction to the writing of copywriter Bonnie Garmus, this book is...

March 2023 marks this year's global celebration of International Women's Month. On Wednesday 8th - International Women's Day - people across the world came together to acknowledge the talent, drive, innovation and brilliance of women all across the globe, both past and present. In honour of this, Impact's resident...

On 10th October, the UK government imposed sanctions on senior security and political figures in Iran, as well as the country's 'Morality Police’. This decision followed the murder of Iranian citizen Mahsa Amini through police brutality, which sparked protests and outrage across the world. Lorenzo Capito discusses these sanctions...

Ida B. Wells was an American investigative journalist and activist whose legacy is rooted in her work as a leader in the Civil Rights movement. She spent the late 19th century and early 20th century resisting racism, sexism and violence, using her role as a journalist to raise awareness...

Don't Worry Darling is the exciting new psychological thriller directed by Olivia Wilde, starring two of the most popuar young actors of the last few years. Harry Styles' first starring role has generated huge publicity and anticipation. Charlie Maris reviews....