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Kartini the futurist: A role model for Indonesian men (and women)

Academia 2 years ago

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Kartini the futurist: A role model for Indonesian men (and women)

It is often said that change starts at home, and as the government aims to realize a female labor participation rate of 65 percent as part of its 2045 vision, society as a whole needs to embrace the role of men in achieving gender equality, both in the workplace and in Indonesian homes.

Indonesia can spearhead gender-inclusive disarmament initiative

Academia 2 years ago

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Indonesia can spearhead gender-inclusive disarmament initiative

In its current position helming the ongoing High-Level Segment of the Conference on Disarmament, Indonesia has an opportunity to use this platform to encourage a radical change toward the integration of a gender perspective into the global disarmament agenda.

Gender-responsive just transition and climate action partnership matters

Academia 2 years ago

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Gender-responsive just transition and climate action partnership matters

Recent findings demonstrate that women who rely on natural resources for sustenance, which often represent their primary income stream, are disproportionately susceptible to climatic uncertainties.

What we forget when we talk about ‘gender disappointment’

Society 2 years ago

What we forget when we talk about ‘gender disappointment’

In a world where many things can be scientifically explained, it is disheartening to witness the continued scapegoating of women for something entirely beyond their control

Harry Halim undoes gendered fashion with a twist of Romanticism

Front Row 2 years ago

Harry Halim undoes gendered fashion with a twist of Romanticism

We transgress boundaries in an exquisite ode to the history of ideas and visions coming into life, discovering the form of art that becomes a bulwark for one’s liberation of expression, including a choice within our waking lives; fashion.

A decade of chipping away at the patriarchy

Academia 2 years ago

A decade of chipping away at the patriarchy

Through Magdalene, we wanted to create a safe space and amplify the voices of women, queer communities and other groups that had long remained unseen, unheard from, or poorly represented in the masculine mainstream media.

Balls, bimbos and the gendered lockboxes of the media

Academia 3 years ago

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Balls, bimbos and the gendered lockboxes of the media

As Indonesia gears up to celebrate its 78th Independence Day, we could all take a step back and think about how to ensure our freedom from gender discrimination.

Turning 69: the best is yet to come

Academia 3 years ago

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Turning 69: the best is yet to come

Most people consider any age greater than 65 to be elderly, but for me, this is laughable, as I don’t look, feel, sound or behave elderly.

Inclusive ASEAN: Women, youth and people with disabilities

Academia 3 years ago

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Inclusive ASEAN: Women, youth and people with disabilities

The gender wage gap and discrimination are serious problems in many ASEAN countries, where women often earn less than men for doing the same job.

Mother's multi-role: Reverse domestic stigma and urgency of women’s education

Academia 3 years ago

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Mother's multi-role: Reverse domestic stigma and urgency of women’s education

World Bank stated Indonesia had made considerable progress toward gender equality over the past decade, with improved rates of literacy, school enrollment and employment, as well as policies to pave the way for a more gender-equitable society.

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