I started advocacy because of my experiences as a young lady. I believed that it would inspire young girls and help them choose to rise above the discrimination and inequality that they were facing from society. Some people, especially some men, belittle efforts of women by saying that all gender advocates do is focus on […]
The role of the Cosmetic Industry in promoting or encouraging women in STEM
No doubt, women are the biggest target audience of the beauty and cosmetic industries. Most products designed and created by these industries serve to make women feel a lot more beautiful, confident and empowered. As a great asset and tool that beauty is, I believe that women should be directly involved, not just as recipients […]
Is the Nigerian Constitution Sexist? – Oyinlola Olufunke Adeboyin
A tweet, where a man lamented the lacuna in the Nigerian Constitution which prevents him from attaining Nigerian citizenship by virtue of his marriage to his Nigerian wife, has gone viral. A post which some considered hilarious, others considered a matter of great concern and some others a waste of time. In the western world, […]
Zozibini Tunzi wins Miss Universe 2019 with short hair
Less than 48 hours ago, Zozibini Tunzi of South Africa was crowned as Miss Universe. The very beautiful, outspoken and intelligent woman who believes that women should be leaders was crowned the winner after defeating numerous other contestants from countries all across the globe. The most intriguing thing about this win is that she is […]
Megan Rapinoe; The Best!
Lionel Messi edged out Virgil van Dijk in the most competitive Ballon d’Or award till date to claim a record sixth gong. On the same night, USWNT star Megan Rapinoe claimed the Ballon d’or Feminin, the female version of the award. This was only the second time it was being awarded and just like the […]
ARE FEMALE BOSSES REALLY WICKED?
When you are a woman trying to rise through the ranks and live your dreams in the workplace, it can be very challenging especially when you get to become the boss of some people or someone who has to supervise people. This happens more when you are working in a male-dominated work field. People judge […]
HAPPY INTERNATIONAL MEN’S DAY
19th November was marked as International Men’s Day and I want to use this platform and opportunity to specially thank and appreciate all the men in my life. From time immemorial, I have had men who have contributed positively to my growth, progress and my success. My father, my twin brother, my uncles, my primary […]
After bagging First Class Honours in Bachelor’s Degree, Distinctions at Master;s level and given State Award during National Youth Service Year, what is next? -Adewuyi Roseline Adebimpe
Bachelors Degree in French ( First Class): Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife Kwara State Award for projects in gender advocacy: (Served in University of Ilorin, Nigeria) – National Youth Service Corps Master’s Degree in French (With Distinction): University of Ibadan, Nigeria. I graduated on the 14th of November, 2019 at the University of Ibadan although in […]
The Bearded Lady; An insight into Hirsutism
The Bearded Lady; An insight into Hirsutism “Witch!” “Wicked person!” “Man!” “You should have just had a flat chest and scraped your hair to complete the look.” “Should have? Abi she already has a flat chest and so she just needs to scrape.” Maureen held her head high and sashayed down the street as the […]
Teach Him Too!!!
It is a Thursday evening. The day for brothers and sisters forums. Samuel and Grace, a brother and sister seeing each other live around the same area so they often prepare and leave together for the forum every week. Taking the cab to church together helps them save transport fares. Then, they can spend their […]