Arundhathi Subramaniam’s Encounters with 4 Women Mystics Who ‘Wear Only Themselves’
Acclaimed poet Arundhathi Subramaniam’s new book features four contemporary women who have chosen to transcend social barriers and walk the spiritual path alone.
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“We Have Taught Girls to Suppress Their Anger, Even If It Is Legitimate” – Soraya Chemaly
Washington DC-based author and feminist activist Soraya Chemaly believes women’s anger can be a powerful force for social justice.
Read the 4th Anniversary Issue of eShe Magazine
It’s eShe’s 4th anniversary! American author and activist Soraya Chemaly is on the cover, and inside are awesome stories of women from around the world. Start reading!
‘Sara’S’ Movie Review: Abortion, Women’s Choices, and Unfulfilled Potential
While the central idea of the new Malayalam film Sara’S is a powerful one about a woman’s right to her body, the film misses its mark by ignoring vital aspects of an issue as complex as abortion.
Filmmaker Geeta Malik on ‘India Sweets and Spices’ and What It Means to Live a Truthful Life
Indian-American filmmaker Geeta Malik shares the inspiration behind her new film ‘India Sweets and Spices’, and why feminism is the driving theme of her work.
Amanda Craig’s ‘The Golden Rule’: A Feminist Thriller with a Political Twist
Amanda Craig’s ninth novel The Golden Rule, longlisted for this year’s Women Prize for Fiction, is both an imaginative thriller and a political commentary.
Recognising the Economic Value of Housework Can Pave the Way to Gender Justice
It is high time that methods are devised to estimate the monetary value of household tasks so that women are empowered socially and financially, writes gender economist Prof Dr Rameeza A Rasheed.
Suparna Sharma and Kirthi Jayakumar on Gender Equality at Home and Work – ‘The Brown Box’ Ep.3
In ep.3 of ‘The Brown Box’ podcast by Rani Jeyaraj for eShe, journalist Suparna Sharma and activist Kirthi Jayakumar talk about gender equality and the looming threat of sexual harassment at the workplace.
Feminist Poet Usha Akella’s Book ‘I Will Not Bear You Sons’ Is a Scathing Indictment of Patriarchy
Austin-based poet Usha Akella’s new book of feminist poems puts the spotlight on cultural traditions that perpetuate patriarchy and social evils like female foeticide.
“Many Men Want to Change, But They Don’t Know How”: Dr Deepa Narayan
Award-winning author and one of the world’s most influential thinkers, Dr Deepa Narayan shares thoughts on masculinity, gender equality, and her new podcast ‘What’s a Man?’
Read the Summer 2021 Issue of eShe Magazine
Our world needs a new kind of leadership, one led by empathy and feminine intelligence. Industrialist Dipali Goenka is eShe’s cover personality this summer, and inside you’ll find stories of inspiration, hope and healing. Start reading!
Let’s Talk About Politics: Why Women Should Be More Vocal in Public and at Home
It’s time women began talking more about politics – both in the public sphere and in the presence of patriarchal family members at home, writes Rajitha Menon.
“Raising Boys to Be Feminists is an Act of Love and Compassion Towards Them”: Dr Sonora Jha
In her new book, Seattle University professor Dr Sonora Jha looks at notions of gender identity and equality in the modern-day context.
Read the April 2021 Issue of eShe Magazine
This issue is about women filling the gaps in society and creating value. On the cover is Bangladeshi philanthropist Nadia Samdani, and inside are inspiring stories of vision and purpose, from Chandigarh to Melbourne to San Francisco. Start reading!
Why the Internet Is the Definitive Tool for Women’s Empowerment in This Century
The internet has democratised accessibility and opportunity between genders, classes and age groups in India. It is the antithesis of patriarchy, writes Aekta Kapoor.
From 1772 BCE to 2150 CE: A Timeline of Gender Inequality
Gender equality is a distant destination strewn with ancient codes of patriarchy and widespread discrimination even in modern times, writes Dr Shalini Mullick.
“We Need to Stop Glorifying the Sacrifices of Womxn”: Actor-Author Saloni Chopra
In her new book, actor and social-media star Saloni Chopra subverts fairytale endings and puts forward more feminist solutions instead.
Alankrita Shrivastava’s ‘Bombay Begums’ and the Radical View That Women Are People Too
Highly-anticipated Netflix show Bombay Begums directed by Alankrita Shrivastava just released on Women’s Day. Here’s the first look!
Read the March 2021 Issue of eShe Magazine
It’s March and here is our IMPACT ISSUE! On the cover is London techpreneur and philanthropist Darshita Gillies, and inside you’ll find women creating impact all over the world, from New York to Delhi to Karachi. Start reading!
Read the February 2021 Issue of eShe Magazine
eShe is all about building bridges this month! On the cover is award-winning filmmaker Mehreen Jabbar, and inside are amazing stories of peacebuilding, courage, resilience and hope. Start reading!
