The Feminist Lens

A life devoted to fighting for women's rights and racial equality in the UK, Dawn Butler MP gave us all sorts of feels! We hope you enjoy the chat as much as we did, and feel inspired.  Dawn Butler is a women's rights advocate, and member of parliament for Brent Central, plus she is the first elected Black female government minister in the UK and she was recently featured in Vogue's top 25 women shaping 2020 Find Dawn on social media: https://twitter.com/DawnButlerBrent  https://www.instagram.com/dawnbutlerbrent/ 

Join Peris and Nina in a whirl wind conversation with lawyer, activist, and Marie Claire 2020 Future Shaper Deeba Syed. From Rights of Women Sexual Harassment helpline, to Raising awareness around Domestic Abuse during lockdown, to Michaela Cole’s I May Destroy you, Cardi B and Meghan the Stallion’s WAP, Black Lives Matter and Why Labour still hasn’t had a Women Leader – we chatted to Deeba about A LOT and we would’ve spoken to her all day, all week if we could! I hope this conversation gives you some good ideas, and spurs you on. Deeba’s wealth of knowledge and experience in fighting for women's rights is systemic and personal, she is a role model for many women and we wanted to platform her knowledge and inspire more young women to fight for what they believe is right. Deebas work: · Sexual Harassment Helpline · Deeba’s Instagram · Deeba’s Twitter One of the most effective forms of activism are Donations, if you can donate please do: · https://www.refuge.org.uk/ · https://www.womensaid.org.uk/ · https://www.solacewomensaid.org/ · https://womanstrust.org.uk/ · https://rightsofwomen.org.uk/

Join Peris and Nina in conversation with Murphy Gabriella Hopkins-Hubbard from Homeless Link and Phil Kerry CEO of New Horizon Youth Centre.  Homelessness is on the rise in the UK and we could all do more to help those who are homeless and contribute to ending homelessness. Please follow and Support Phil & Murphy's work. New Horizon Youth Centre  020 7388 5560   Email: info@nhyouthcentre.org.uk Twitter Homeless Link: Email: info@homelesslink.org.uk Twitter 

Join Nina and Peris interview the incredible feature and investigative journalist and digital outreach Director for @gijn and @dartcenter Rossalyn Warren and award winning videographer and photographer Remi Bumstead.  We asked Rossalyn and Remi how they would change the world through 'The Feminist Lens', which is what their film 'Diwata' in many ways, represents.  What is 'Diwata' about: 'Mining companies are destroying large parts of ancient forest. However on the island of Palawan in the Philippines a small group of women are standing up against these big companies and protecting the forests and the spirit that lives within them; Diwata.' Diwata is available to view on: Films for Action  Amazon  Follow/support Rossalyn Warren's work:  https://twitter.com/RossalynWarren  https://rossalynwarren.com/  Follow/support Remi Bumstead's work:  https://linktr.ee/Remibum Info@remibumstead.com Call to Action:  https://www.voanews.com/east-asia/philippine-activists-call-end-foreign-mining https://wrm.org.uy/fr/les-articles-du-bulletin-wrm/section5/philippines-a-call-to-stop-mining-in-palawan/  https://www.rainforest-rescue.org/petitions/1215/keep-plantations-out-of-palawan-forest

Join Peris and Nina's first LIVE podcast where they'll be joined by a powerhouse of women (and some men) discussing the biggest issues and barriers facing women's equality today. This podcast has been split into 2 parts because it is THAT good and also, a lot. So take a break, have a tea or a G&T and listen to 1&2 woohoo.  We want to hear from you and if you feel there is an issue we have missed, message us and we'll cover it with you! Follow us on our Linktree or: Instagram  Twitter 

Join Peris and Nina's first LIVE podcast where they'll be joined by a powerhouse of women (and some men) discussing the biggest issues and barriers facing women's equality today. This podcast has been split into 2 parts because it is THAT good and also, a lot. So take a break, have a tea or a G&T and meet them over on part 2.  We want to hear from you and if you feel there is an issue we have missed, message us and we'll cover it with you!  Follow us on our Linktree or:  Instagram  Twitter 

We had the pleasure of having the amazing @EarthByHelena / Helena Bennet chat to us about all things climate activism, system change, and just generally good earthy stuff. We hope you enjoy this world changing conversation as we did.  Helena is active on instagram as @EarthbyHelena - check out her page to find a breakdown of climate solutions, activist tips and tricks and just general important and current posts towards system change.  Light and love,  Peris & Nina

Nina and Peris are super excited to launch their first introductory podcast episode, where they will be warming you up for a powerhouse of incredible feminist guests and discussing the current issues of the week through a Feminist Lens.  Peris and Nina are co-founders of the Women's Rights Organisation 'Women For Wanawake'. JOIN THE MOVEMENT:  INSTAGRAM: @Women4Wanawake TWITTER: @Women4Wanawake Music: 'Move Your Body' by Marissa Mckinnon - Spotify.  Domestic Violence Help Available now and during Lockdown:  National Helpline  UNWomen Womens Aid If you are worried that someone you know is a victim of domestic abuse, you can call Refuge’s National Domestic Abuse Helpline for free, confidential support, 24 hours a day on 0808 2000 247. Visit the helpline website to access information on how to support a friend. If you believe there is an immediate risk of harm to someone, or it is an emergency, always call 999.