Archive for August, 2011

SlutWalk Singapore: Happening this December

Wednesday, August 24th, 2011
SlutWalk Singapore: Happening this December

Organisers aim to take a stand against sexual violence and victim-blaming through a gathering, talks and workshops. »

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The two messages of SlutWalk

Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011
The two messages of SlutWalk

The first is simple: Blame the rapist, not the victim's clothes. The second is trickier: Reclaim the word 'slut'. »

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What women want (in a President)

Monday, August 29th, 2011
What women want (in a President)

It's time to make non-sexist comments on women's issues a key part of the 'new normal' in Singapore politics. »

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Armpits: To censor or not to censor?

Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011
Armpits: To censor or not to censor?

How religion and colonialism changed the concept of female modesty in South-east Asia. »

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AWARE CEDAW Forum

Wednesday, August 24th, 2011
AWARE CEDAW Forum

Come for this Sept 10 session and help shape women’s rights in Singapore for the next five years. »

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Roundtable Discussion: Fighting sex trafficking

Wednesday, August 24th, 2011
Roundtable Discussion: Fighting sex trafficking

On Aug 31, learn about how sex trafficking is being combated in Singapore and the support victims need. »

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Last call for English Helpline training

Wednesday, August 17th, 2011
Last call for English Helpline training

Sign up by Aug 31 if you are an English-speaker who would like to volunteer for AWARE's Helpline. »

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Tan Tarn How’s first play in 10 years

Tuesday, August 2nd, 2011
Tan Tarn How’s first play in 10 years

Fear Of Writing examines self-censorship and freedoms in Singapore, and runs from Sept 1 to 10. »

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How Much? (Phase 2)

Friday, August 12th, 2011
How Much? (Phase 2)

Theatre group Drama Box explores the lives and rights of sex workers through this Sept 3 & 4 programme. »

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Concert to save the world’s saddest dolphins

Friday, August 12th, 2011
Concert to save the world’s saddest dolphins

Support this free concert on Aug 28 to help save the 25 dolphins purchased by Resorts World Sentosa. »

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