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Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been tagged as “sexism”

Swimming

Mums do swim

Have you ever noticed how the word ‘princess’ evolves from term of endearment to insult as a girl grows? I’m not quite sure at what age the transition happens, but a ‘princess’ who is a teenager or woman is often being referred to as such because she is spoilt, sheltered, cowardly or stuck-up.

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International Women's Day

Why we need International Women’s Day

“Is it my turn with the handsaw?” “How about you sweep up the sawdust, love.” – Me, age 13, and school woodwork teacher.

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Sorry

Millenials say sorry – for everything

I love this Youtube clip. LOVE it.

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