Heather Brunkskell-Evans, Author at Uncommon Ground

prostitution, decriminalisation, sex work, feminism, julie bindel

“The Pimping of Prostitution” – Exploring the ‘Sex Worker’ Narrative

January 25, 2018 Heather Brunkskell-Evans 0

In her latest book, ‘The Pimping of Prostitution’, Julie Bindel examines and critiques arguments around the decriminalisation of sex work and prostitution.

Why You Need To Take A Second Look At The Debate On Pornography

November 13, 2017 Heather Brunkskell-Evans 2

As women, let us ignore men’s (and some women’s) cries of witch hunt and become truly active agents rebuff personal shame and place it with the men.

‘Gay and Born That Way’ – Should We Care? (Book Review)

September 24, 2017 Heather Brunkskell-Evans 0

Our Western Christian heritage still determines aspects of homophobia, and Terri Murray urges us to keep thinking straight about being gay.

What Does Jordan Peterson’s Enforced Monogamy Actually Look Like? | Beatrice Louis

June 19, 2018 14

Monogamy enforced by social norms is an easily observable phenomenon in many parts of the world–and its consequences are deadly.
For a New Left | Dan Fisher

September 11, 2017 4

The first article in the “For a New Left” series looks at how and why we should begin to rebuild and re-establish left wing values.
The Spread of Anti-Christian Hatred in Egypt | Tara Abhasakun

July 21, 2017 2

The spread of anti-christian hatred in Egypt goes beyond ISIS to include non-violent groups such as the Muslim Brotherhood, and even former ruler Mobarak.
Cults and Terrorism: Can We Establish Parallels Between Noxious Belief Systems? | Sarah Mills

July 5, 2017 3

Can insights and lessons about human behavioural trends and group psychologies from cults help us understand and thereby reduce risks of terrorism today?
The Need for an Expanded Theory of Mind in an Era of Increasing Polarisation | Angelos Sofocleous

July 3, 2017 0

Can the Theory of Mind help us foster more empathy and drive us out of our bubbles? How can we achieve a world governed by facts in an era of polarisation?