Body image is often related too quickly to weight, but body issues can also be linked to skin issues, hair, body hair, skin color, sexual orientation, or age. In our patriarchal society, women are used to defining their worth around the male gaze and beauty standards that keep changing over time, making it appear impossible […]
Arriving at the sea;______with a tender ferocity On a day; thick with summer’s heatslowly& softlysweat submerges me laying the basket fullof ripe peaches, melons and kiwis I gently devour the dew kissed peachdripping with sweetness;______It’s reminiscent of honey ______Then, swiftly getting ready;To surf the waves As smooth as velvet, feather & a breeze surging into […]
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The Chronological Disorder of Home
Dear Hanaa, The First Generation of labels: Second Generation of labels A chronological disorder of home. Maybe it is the resistance to the normalized order. An intellectual, emotional transition that transfers home from solid ground to a global sky where anything could feel like home, and anyone can make a home. And this is overly […]
The FCA joined 20,000 people on Dam Square for Amsterdam’s 2025 edition of the Feminist March. Some of our members shared what the day meant for them and how they view the act of protesting in these times. What happened at the Feminist March? ALEXIA described what she saw. “This year’s feminist march was an […]
Our discussion afternoon on the topic of ‘Trad Wives’ was one of the most-attended FCA discussions in a while with around 20 people joining. Below, we summarise the main discussion points. For more information, also check out the resources at the end of the summary! What is a ‘trad wife’ and what is the trad […]
A big thanks to the amazing artists who joined us and to AFGA for letting us host our first panel discussion. How has your identity evolved as an artist? What are the challenges that you faced as an artist due to the patriarchal structure? Sofia. Artist and dancer from Argentina. Undeniable complexities of being a […]
In today’s digital age, social media has revolutionized feminist activism. Among the many platforms, Instagram, a popular visual centric site, has afforded a fast paced connection and widespread influence. With an environment which allows for self-expression and social commentary to a great extent, Instagram becomes a significant place for feminist expression. However, despite the platform’s […]