disability and visibility: a discussion about underlying health conditions
disability is a term that is all too often associated with visible conditions. After all, the universal symbol of disability on a parking sign is a wheelchair. Drawing from her personal experience of living with an invisible disability, Isobel Warner discusses the unconscious biases that contribute to the prevalence of ableism in our society. the piece is accompanied by an illustration from Mildred Cheng
gendered disabilities: living with endometriosis and finding a new ‘normal’
Saffron Roberts discusses how gendered disabilities can add an extra layer of invisibility to women’s health even before diagnosis. The piece is accompanied by Sophia Lobanov-Rostovsky’s original artwork.
Articulating Disability: the Burdens of a Disabled and Chronically Ill University Student
to mark the beginning of Disability History Month, Mia Nicole Davies discusses the reality of emotionally navigating an able-bodied society, and the struggles that come along with acknowledging the intersectionality of disability. The piece is accompanied by the original artwork of Tabby Carless Frost.
Lenses of Longing
Cecilia Pang writes a recollection of her journey to find belonging and home again after repeated health trials. Here she shares her experiences of pain and growth through a creative non-fiction piece. the work is accompanied by the original illustration of Melanie Grandidge.
Diet Pills (to be read Deliriously)
Sally Mac explores the psyche that comes along with eating disorders, exhaustion and how they tie into each other.
why we need to represent obesity in the media
Brands that use larger women in their campaigns are often criticised for "promoting obesity". Emily O’Dowd discusses why this promotion is a good thing.
endometriosis and the gendered bias of science
Saffron Roberts writes about the medical patriarchy and her personal experience with delayed diagnosis of endometriosis. She discusses the minimal research that goes into female reproductive health in comparison to male-related issues.
Period Pains
Sally Mac’s poem explores menstrual pains as a reflection on society as a whole.