Rossalyn Warren
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In Lesotho, women say they're finding their abortions on Facebook
As a result, many are driven to the anonymity of the Internet. Mpho, 27, found contact details on Facebook for several men claiming to be doctors, all hawking abortion pills. A quick search on Facebook yields dozens of different pages and events advertising abortions, many featuring stock images of white women popping tablets, or holding their pregnant bellies. Their posts offer "safe" abortion… → Read More
'I'm beautiful, but I'm dangerous': Consent classes teach children no means no
Meet the schoolgirls fighting off attackers -- and the boys learning about consent -- in Malawi. → Read More
Cycle of shame: Harassed in the street, then again on social media
Harassed in public, then again online. Social platforms are a double-edged sword for women in Malawi. → Read More
Facebook Is Ignoring Anti-Abortion Fake News
The social media platform has become a hub for rampant misinformation on reproductive rights. → Read More
Europe’s far-right pirates of the Mediterranean are targeting refugee rescue missions
Young, far-right activist think they are saving Europe by interfering with rescue missions. → Read More
The people fighting the world's harshest abortion law
El Salvador's ban on abortion is one of the toughest in the world, but for the first time in 20 years, there are signs the law could be weakened. → Read More
To escape sexual violence at home, female migrants must risk sexual violence on the way to Europe
Such dangers are well-known among migrants, but many women are willing to make the journey anyway. → Read More
“We can’t do this forever”: At sea with migrant rescuers
THE MEDITERRANEAN SEA — The walkie-talkies crackled to life at about 4:30 a.m. “MSF staff to deck. MSF staff to deck.” Most of the crew aboard the Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) ship was asleep, but the organization had been running its rescue operation since 2015, and they knew the drill well. Within five minutes,… → Read More
Undocumented, and Trapped Between Your Abuser and Deportation
Maria Cortez fled narcotrafficking violence in Mexico for the safety of the US—only for her abusive ex to report her to the immigration authorities. → Read More
A Very British Response to Terror
Some people crave chaos and carnage when terror strikes. In that regard, Brits tend to disappoint. → Read More
French Muslims know their fight doesn’t end with Marine Le Pen
France elected Emmanuel Macron, but the poorer suburbs of Paris remain scarred by Marine Le Pen’s repeated attacks that demonized their communities. → Read More
“We will kill all trans people here”: El Salvador’s trans community lives in fear
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador — When three transgender women were murdered within 72 hours in El Salvador back in February, local activists were shaken, but sadly not surprised. The string of murders was just the latest threat of violence against the country’s increasingly vulnerable LGBTI community. “They’ve put out an order… → Read More
Don't Bring Saudi Women Into Your (Misguided) Argument Against Feminism
In this op-ed, Rossalyn Warren explores the feigned concern about women in the Middle East she often sees as a response to being an outspoken feminist. → Read More
A Town In Quiet Shock As It Mourns Local MP Jo Cox
"She didn't care about religion, she cared about dignity, community... She didn't care about our colour – her interest was in people.".. → Read More
"Sesame Street" Has A New Afghan Muppet Who Promotes Girls' Rights
Zari is the first Afghan Muppet in the show's history. → Read More
A Woman Who Took Abortion Pills Has Been Sentenced To Three Months In Jail
The woman told Belfast crown court she couldn't afford to travel to England for a safe, legal abortion. → Read More
Malala's Father Says Syria Will Have A "Lost Generation" If Children Are Not Educated
Ziauddin Yousafzai told BuzzFeed News that education is key to tackling the long-term effects of war. → Read More
A Health Worker Describes The Horror Of Being Targeted By Bombs Inside...
“The hospitals and the health workers are the first line of targets,” said Ahmad, a health worker for Médecins Sans Frontières, who risks death each time he enters Syria. → Read More
The Story Behind The Viral Photo Of A Syrian Couple Hugging At An Airport
A photo of Syrian couple embracing at Heathrow's arrivals gate went viral at the weekend – but why? BuzzFeed News uncovered the story behind the moment. → Read More
The Women Taking A Stand Against Dating App Sexism
Whether turning misogyny into memes or lobbying global corporations, these artists and activists are making online life better for all of us. → Read More