Intersectionality
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Navigating Silence: Life of Ezenwata Nasa, a Deaf Nigerian Woman
In the small village of Obinato, located in Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State, the experiences of people with disabilities are often untold. One such individual is Ezenwata Nasa, a woman born deaf who…
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Passed over opportunities due to disability–Aisha’s story
Hailing from the southwestern part of Nigeria, Aisha Adeleye was born in Odeda, Ogun state. Her early years as a child were filled with laughter, play, and carefree days. However, everything changed when she turned…
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UN under criticism for including men in lesbianism
On Tuesday, October 8, 2024, the United Nations marked International Lesbian Day with a social media post to celebrate the diversity within the lesbian community. However, the message has drawn significant criticism from LGB+ advocates…
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For many schoolgirls with disabilities, rags are alternatives to pads
Ahead of her 5-day menstrual flow, Precious Ejiofor*, a student with autism spectrum with flexion of the wrist, struggles to fold clothes into reasonable sizes for her menstrual flow as she cannot afford to purchase…
