gender equality

When floods destroy infrastructure or heatwaves strain health systems, who absorbs the hidden costs? Why do women, already carrying most unpaid care work, become the de-facto first responders at the expense of their rights, health, and livelihoods? And what if care itself were recognised as climate infrastructure, as vital as roads or energy grids? This article examines how climate change magnifies care demands and deepens gender inequality, while also pointing to solutions from Pakistan’s floods to Bangladesh’s cyclone shelters that show how centering care can turn vulnerability into resilience.

Throughout history, monotheistic religions have played a pivotal role in shaping societal norms—but at what cost to gender equality? Fatmagül Berktay’s Tek Tanrılı Dinler Karşısında Kadın offers a compelling critique of how these belief systems have reinforced patriarchal structures. This article delves into Berktay’s analysis, examining themes like the control of women’s bodies, societal expectations, and the intricate relationship between religion, power, and gender inequality.

Why do we still see some countries racing to restrict abortion or impose near-total bans? This article explores the multifaceted issue of abortion, addressing its moral, social, and philosophical dimensions. It challenges the persistent perception of abortion as equivalent to murder, shedding light on the physical, emotional, and societal burdens that pregnancy places exclusively on women. Through philosophical arguments, the article underscores the fetus's dependency on the woman, arguing that abortion is a deeply personal decision that must remain free from state or societal interference.

How do we balance cultural diversity with gender equality in liberal democracies? This article explores Sarah Song’s analysis of the tension between multiculturalism and gender equality, showing how multicultural policies that protect cultural rights can sometimes unintentionally uphold gender inequality within minority groups. Song argues for a more context-sensitive approach but warns against tolerating harmful traditions simply because they are seen as part of a cultural identity.