In her new book ‘Feminist Freedom: An African Vision’, author and thought leader Minna Salami challenges readers to rethink our vision of feminism. What happens when we look at feminism through an African lens? Additionally, how do our perspectives become further widened when we consider Africa through a feminist lens? Salami explores these questions through an... The post New Book Asks: What Happens When We Look At Feminism Through An African Lens? appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

Some rooms simply feel off. ‘Off’ is a vague term, but you probably know the feeling.  The furniture is beautiful, the cushions are perfect, the rug looks like it came straight from a magazine cover, and the paint on the walls is exquisite. And yet, you can’t imagine yourself living here.  This mostly has to... The post What Happens When Women Design Spaces for Themselves appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

By Gracy Chen When people talk about Web3, they often speak in terms of technology: digital infrastructure, tokens, protocols, and so on. But what I think is an equally interesting story is the one occurring on the “people” side of things. Specifically, career possibilities in this sector – and what they mean for women in... The post Why Web3 Is The Career Move Women Shouldn’t Underestimate appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

Women’s bodies change. After childbirth, through hormonal shifts, or simply with age, intimate physical changes are a normal part of life. Yet they are rarely spoken about openly. Bodily autonomy means having access to honest information about all of your options, including those that address intimate wellness. This guide covers what vaginal rejuvenation actually is,... The post Taking Back Your Body: What Every Woman Should Know About Intimate Wellness appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

The year 1968 was a turning point culturally and politically in the United States – both MLK Jr and RFK were assassinated; anti-war demonstrations were being held; Shirley Chisholm became the first African American woman elected to the U.S. House of Representatives; the women’s liberation movement was gaining popularity. It was also the year the... The post The Daughter Of Iconic Sex Toy Brand Founders Wants Us To Focus On Pleasure During Hard Times appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

For many women, surgery isn’t just a medical event; it’s a deeply personal and life-altering milestone. A mastectomy, whether preventive or part of breast cancer treatment, can change how you see your body, your femininity, and yourself.  Beyond the hospital walls lies a quieter, more complex journey, which is learning to feel at home in... The post Reclaiming Your Body After Surgery: Confidence, Scars, and Self-Love appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

In the United States, there is no universal federal law requiring disclosure of all STDs to partners, but many states have criminal laws against knowingly transmitting certain infections, particularly HIV. Failing to disclose your status can lead to criminal charges or civil lawsuits for damages if a partner becomes infected. So how many people do... The post Which Gender Most Likely To Fail To Disclose STD To Partner In The United States? appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

There’s a moment in almost every relationship where something shifts. Maybe he starts guarding his phone. Maybe the stories don’t add up. Maybe you just feel it in your gut, that quiet knowing that something is off. For a long time, women were told to ignore that instinct. Trust him. Don’t be paranoid. You’re overthinking... The post Why More Women Are Using Technology to Get Answers About Their Relationships appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

We’re all familiar with the conversations about student debt across America. According to data from Pew Research, the debt burden is felt differently depending on your race and family socio-economic status. First generation (first-gen) and low-income students face higher debt burdens, with roughly 66-74% borrowing for college, compared to 56% of their peers. First-gen students... The post Bestselling Author Releases New Book Offering Financial Freedom For First Generation Low-Income Students appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

You’re walking out of the grocery store to your car with keys in your hand when someone backs out of a spot and almost hits you. The person slams on the brakes, looks right at you, and you throw your hands up and say, ‘Oh, I’m SO sorry!’ Why are you the one apologizing? They’re... The post Why Women Tend to Apologize Even When It Wasn’t Their Fault appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

By Julie Colombino-Billingham, Founder & CEO of Deux Mains The first time I held a finished bag made by one of our artisans in Haiti, I didn’t feel proud. I felt something closer to terrified. We had Fair Trade certification in process. We had a small team of craftspeople who showed up every morning and... The post I Traded Aid Work For A Factory Floor, And Finally Understood Power appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

Premiering during Women’s History Month is a new Off-Broadway music set inside a women’s treatment facility where memory, relapse, race, recovery, and artistic ambition collide. From composer, lyricist, and playwright Elizabeth Addison comes ‘Chasing Grace’, which begins its three-week limited performance at SheNYC from March 12-29. Set inside a therapeutic community model, the piece interrogates... The post New Off-Broadway Musical Set In A Women’s Treatment Facility Tackles Relapse, Race, And Artistic Ambition appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.