Tara Abhasakun, Author at Uncommon Ground Media

Articles by Tara Abhasakun:

After #MeToo: Are Men Listening? Will There Be Change?

October 18, 2017 | by Tara Abhasakun | 0 Comments

Will men genuinely reflect on and work to change their own behaviour following the #MeToo campaign? Or will they express solidarity, and move on? Read more

Interview with Craig Pomranz on Children and Gender Roles

September 25, 2017 | by Tara Abhasakun | 0 Comments

Tara Abhasakun interviews Craig Pomranz, author of a new children's book titled Made By Raffi, about children and gender roles. Read more

Yazidi Refugee Says Only Way to Save Yazidi Girls is to Buy Them

August 3, 2017 | by Tara Abhasakun | 0 Comments

Conatus News asked a Yazidi refugee in Iraq what the international community should do to help the persecuted minority in war territory. Read more

Linda Sarsour is a Disgrace to Feminism

January 28, 2017 | by Tara Abhasakun | 0 Comments

Sarsour’s statements are an affront to women and men around the world who fight an uphill battle to escape and fight against misogynistic laws. The praise and support that Sarsour has received makes it appear that American feminists are not particularly concerned about the wellbeing of their sisters in far-off lands. Read more

The Hidden Complexities of the Iran Chess Tournament Boycott

October 17, 2016 | by Tara Abhasakun | 0 Comments

[Co-authored with Scott Jacobsen] Swedish chess players and the US Champion, Nazi Paikidze, have been outspoken about their refusal to wear the hijab in Tehran, Iran for the Women’s World Chess Championship. At the moment, many of the more pertinent arguments are centered around what benefits Iranian women. This makes sense, considering the restrictive dress […] Read more

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