Femicide in Kenya: A National Crisis and Call to Action Kenya is grappling with an escalating femicide crisis, as violence against women and girls continues to rise at an alarming rate. This crisis has ignited national outrage and inspired activism, with events like the December 10, 2024 march marking International Human Rights Day shedding light …
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When you tell yourself a lie over and over again, it becomes the truth. I learned to bury me from a young age, At first, as a joke, so I could be like the actresses and actors on TV. I buried myself out of dread of being punished, Of being shamed in public. I buried …
When I think about queerness, one of the earliest memories that comes to mind is a character I loved on TV, named Princessa. I remember her primarily because noticed her perky breasts, but beyond that, much of that time in my life is a blur. I was still living a heteronormative life, not fully aware …
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Discovering My Identity In my early teens, I realized I was a lesbian. Although I didn’t know the term at the time, I understood that my feelings were deemed wrong. The signs appeared early, but I wasn’t aware of their meaning then. This realization triggered my inner turmoil, as society viewed my attraction to girls …
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