Women (Page 9)

Malta Sexual Health Policy

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Maya Spiteri Dalli is a law student at the University of Malta. As a member of GħSL, she had a significant role in creating the policy paper advocating for gender equality. Most notably, the paper called for the decriminalisation of abortion, free and accessible contraception, and an almost complete reform of the Malta sexual health policy draft. This paper has garnered nationwide attention and stands as one of the first of its kind, being a significant move for Malta’s legal history and women’s rights. We sat down with Maya as she walked us through the process of creating the document, her role in its creationRead More…

experiencing loss and grief

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Experiencing loss and grief in an intimate relationship can be very hard. Ending an intimate relationship can be an extremely distressing experience even if the decision to do so is ours. There is loss of the physical presence of the person, loss of routine, loss of doing things together, loss of good times shared. Most of the time there are practical matters to be addressed and difficult emotions to work through. We might be feeling as though hollow inside or carrying a heavy burden with us everywhere we go. Loss is painful and it’s normal to try and avoid pain in our everyday lives. InRead More…

unknown father unrecognised mother in police conduct

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Recently an anguished mother contacted Francesca Fenech Conti, administrator of the group Women for Women (Malta), about a shocking issue she encountered when picking up a police conduct for her son…a son she had to raise on her own because his father refused to take any responsibility for his upbringing, leading the mother to register her son as having an “unknown father”. Despite the shock and emotional pain endured due to the situation, this mother is now on a quest to see justice prevail and to bring about the necessary changes in this regard. This is her story… Living in a Patriarchal Society – ARead More…

maltese inspirational women 2020

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Let’s avoid the cliché of beginning with how unbelievably terrible the year 2020 has been, and cut to the chase. There have been a number of incredibly strong, inspiring women that have graced us with their presence this year. We can easily build a long list of Maltese inspirational women 2020 … From climate activism and reproductive justice to public health and political youths, this past year did not fall short on the versatility of women. Take a look at our list of just SOME inspirational women 2020… Becs Zammit Lupi, who sadly passed away this week, has been a profound source of inspiration, strengthRead More…

anorgasmia

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Female orgasmic disorder or anorgasmia is the inability to reach orgasm during sex or through sexual stimulation. Colloquially we use words like: “I did not come” or “I did not finish” after having sex. In my clinical experience, women can experience distress when they do not reach orgasm because they fear that there is something wrong with them or that their bodies are not functioning well. However, recent research indicates that in most cases anorgasmia does not stem from a biological problem. In fact, reasons for not reaching orgasm can be various and may include stress and/or anxiety, not giving oneself enough time to enjoyRead More…

self portrait artist

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Bold and brave self portrait artist Martina Mifsud openly displays very personal nude portraits in Malta, where nudity is still frowned upon.. I’m a terrible at anything artistic, I can’t paint, I can’t dance, I can’t sing to save my life, I’m not good at sports. I remember thinking when I was very young, many moons ago, that God (when I still believed he existed) gave me no talents. What I can do instead is really appreciate those that recognise their talents and do something with them. When Luisa my step-daughter sent me photos of an exhibition of nude self-portraits by her friend Martina MifsudRead More…

i forgave my abuser

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Through an anonymous post shared on the group Women for Women (Malta), a woman has shared her horrific experience of domestic violence with her narcissistic, and violent partner. The extent of her ordeal is clearly felt in her words: “I forgave my abuser because I was afraid he would kill me if I didn’t“. Anita* understands that some may ask,” Why do some women first report their partners for allegedly abusing them, yet later drop the charges against them?”. Anita tells us why she “forgave” her abuser. A year ago, Anita went through a traumatic experience with her partner, a narcissist. Lying, twisting and manipulatingRead More…

what is the difference between food allergies and food intolerances

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What is the difference between food allergies and food intolerances or sensitivity? Food sensitivities and intolerances are more common than food allergies, according to the British Allergy Foundation. Neither involves the immune system. A food triggers an intolerance in your digestive tract. This is where your body can’t properly break it down, or your body reacts to a food you’re sensitive to. For example, lactose intolerance is when your body can’t break down lactose, a sugar found in dairy products. Food intolerances often are dose related; people with food intolerance may not have symptoms unless they eat a large portion of the food or eat the food frequently. YouRead More…

Rachelle Deguara

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Rachelle Deguara is the Co-Chair person of ADZ Green Youth Malta, business owner of Mellowmoon, a committee member of Young Progressive Beings and an artist with the stage name of REA. In other words, she’s a woman with a vision for change and a plan to get it done.  We sat down with Rachelle to learn more about her journey. What is the driving force behind your social and political endeavours?  There isn’t any major driving force behind my social endeavours. I wrote my first song back in 2016 when il-Munxar, Marsaskala was under threat with a development for a so-called agri-tourism village. I sangRead More…

sustainable fashion movement

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Maya Aarohi is a student at the University of Malta, where she is currently reading a B. A. in English and Communications. Alongside her studies, she has begun a local sustainable fashion movement to revolutionise the fashion industry and encourage students to be more ethical and sustainable with their clothing purchases. Maya’s activism is brought about through an international alliance called “Fashion Revolution”, where she has started a new branch called Fashion Revolution UoM.  Through this student organisation, she has brought awareness to the sweatshops, slave labour, and overall inhumane production by popular brands. It has taught students to think before purchasing, and also toRead More…