Author: Indi Scott Whitehouse

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The Rise of ‘Greenwashing’

Words by Chloe Chapman Design by Sian Hopkins The prominent rise of ÔÇÿGreenwashingÔÇÖ in our culture emerges in line with societal pressures for companies to act on the climate emergency. Greenwashing is the concept in which companies promote and advertise intentionally false or misleading information about their sustainability practices or products, in order to try and appear more environmentally friendly and responsive to the climate … Continue reading The Rise of ‘Greenwashing’

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White and Asian: The Affects on Identity During a Time of Increased Anti-Asianness

Discussions of how being Asian and white affects oneÔÇÖs identity during a time of increased anti-Asianness.┬á TW// Racism, xenophobia and violence By Shahrazad Hand We live in a highly racialised world. From anti-covid attacks that target Eastern Asians to anti-Muslim attacks that target South, West and Central Asians, hate crimes against Asian people are increasing rapidly. As a biracial person of Pakistani and British descent … Continue reading White and Asian: The Affects on Identity During a Time of Increased Anti-Asianness

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The Return of the Nightclub

With the UK now trialling nightclub events and gigs, we asked Cardiff students how they felt about returning to the ‘normality’ of such social environments. Abi Edwards The 21st of June has been an important date marked in the calendars of young people. The UK government hopes that by this date, all legal limits on social contact can be removed; allowing the reopening of nightclubs if … Continue reading The Return of the Nightclub

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The “June 21st Body”

Words by Indi Scott Whitehouse Illustration by Sian Hopkins TRIGGER WARNING:// Eating Disorders, Body Image, Fatphobia  Since Boris Johnson announced the ÔÇ£June 21st roadmapÔÇØ plan last month, our social media feeds have been inundated with posts about celebrating our return to freedom. The thought of being able to finally embrace family and friends and excitedly round up your mates for pre-drinks is something that has been … Continue reading The “June 21st Body”

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Period Poverty and the Tampon Tax

Words by Indi Scott Whitehouse Illustration by Sian Hopkins Last month, Scotland became the first country in the world to provide free access to period products. After a 4-year campaign led by Scottish Health spokesperson Monica Lennon, councils in Scotland will legally have to provide sanitary products to anyone who needs access to them. This is a fantastic move towards a more understanding and inclusive … Continue reading Period Poverty and the Tampon Tax

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Nipple Censorship on Social Media

Words by Indi Scott WhitehouseIllustration by Sian Hopkins The censorship of nipples and breasts on social media has been a large talking point in recent years. As social media becomes an increasing prevalent part of modern life, it is necessary to question the sexist and arguably archaic restrictions it imposes.  What are the current rules and guidelines?  Instagram and Facebook allow post-mastectomy and breastfeeding images … Continue reading Nipple Censorship on Social Media

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