Sitarah Anjum : Opinion


Women’s Day 2023: Addressing Gender Inequality in the Digital Age

International Women’s Day is a celebration of women’s achievements and a call to action for gender equality. It is a day that highlights the progress made towards women’s rights, while also highlighting the work that still needs to be done. From the gender pay gap to violence and misogyny, there are still significant barriers that women face in achieving true equality.

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Should Burka be banned in Britain?

“I like to wear the clothes of my choice”

“I chose the lifestyle that suits me.”

“Nobody should tell me how to dress up in public because its my personal choice and basic right.”

Does this all sound familiar to you? Have you heard this recently?

Last few months saw a debate in British media about banning veil in public places, schools and certain institutions where identification is a legal requirement.

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