Talks4Her

In this first episode of Talks4Her Season 3, we speak with Isabella Aung about the realities of women and youth resisting military rule in post-coup Myanmar. Since the 2021 coup, women and young people have been at the forefront of resistance — organizing, supporting communities, and continuing to fight despite violence, repression, and increasing restrictions on their freedoms. This conversation...

In this powerful episode of Talks4Her, host Maisha Zaman sits down with Dr. Sally King — researcher, educator, and founder of Menstrual Matters — to unpack the deep-rooted stigma, medical neglect, and social silence surrounding menstruation. From the gendered gaps in healthcare to the importance of inclusive menstrual education, this conversation is a must for anyone who cares about equity, dignit...

🎙️ New episode of Talks4Her🩸 Why are we still ashamed to talk about periods? What actually needs to change? And why does menstrual health really matter? This week, we’re joined by the amazing Leisha Toory, founder of the Period Priority Project, who’s fighting for menstrual equity across Canada. From education to product access, she’s doing the work—and we need to talk about it. This episode is f...

NEW PODCAST EPISODE 🎙️ In a world that glorifies hustle and endless productivity, choosing to rest is an act of resistance. In today’s episode of Talks4Her we chat with the amazing activist Lucky Kobugabe to explore why rest is not just necessary, but revolutionary, especially for women and marginalized communities. We dive into hustle culture, burnout in activism, and how true change demands sust...

New episode of Talks4Her out now. In collaboration with Politics4Her Europe Hub, we dive into the current state of women’s rights in Europe. How are LGBTQIA+ women and gender-diverse individuals affected? What’s at stake for sexual and reproductive health rights? How is the far right threatening hard-won freedoms? And why is “women’s protection” being weaponized against migrants? Join us as we unp...

In this episode of Talks4Her, we dive into the complex and often misunderstood issue of sex workers’ rights with Benedetta De Rosa. Benedetta De Rosa is an international researcher and project assistant dedicated to gender justice, women’s sexual rights, and the fight against sexual exploitation, working at the intersection of advocacy, digital communication and project management for internationa...

NEW TALKS4HER EPISODE 🎙️: Joining us is the incredible Zoya Kalisnsky, who opens up about her journey from facing bullying to becoming a passionate advocate for youth empowerment and education reform. In this conversation, we explore actionable strategies to prevent bullying, rethink outdated education systems, and champion more inclusive, personalized learning experiences. Zoya also debunks myths...

In this episode, we analyze the reality show Love is Blind Habibi. We discuss various topics, share our personal experiences, and explore societal expectations through a feminist lens. We discuss it within the Arab cultural context, examine the pressures surrounding gender roles, and emphasize the importance of women’s empowerment, choice, and sisterhood. Join us in this reflective discussion!

Welcome back to Talks4Her! Today's episode will focus on reproductive rights, bodily autonomy, and abortion. Our goal is to inform, share stories, and foster a respectful dialogue. Our amazing guests today are Vianey Estrada (safe2choose) and Gail Peprah. 

Welcome back to Talks4Her! Today's episode will focus on reproductive rights, bodily autonomy, and abortion. Our goal is to inform, share stories, and foster a respectful dialogue. Our amazing guests today are Vianey Estrada (safe2choose) and Gail Peprah. 

Welcome back to Talks4Her In this episode we delve into the harrowing realities of gender-based violence, exploring its deep-rooted causes, staggering global impact, and the urgent need for change. Let’s get educated, empowered, and inspired to take action.

Pashtana Durrani is an Afghani activist, author, and educator who founded the non-profit LEARN Afghanistan. Born in a refugee camp in Pakistan, education was always a core tenant of her family. When they moved back to Afghanistan, Pashtana realized the deep lack of access to education for women and girls and founded LEARN. The organization now has 18 schools across the country, helping support and...

Join us in this talk with environmental activist Alexia Leclercq as we explore the impact of fast fashion on women and the environment. Let’s discover how the industry exploits labor, predominantly affecting women, and its devastating environmental consequences. Alexia shares with us sustainable alternatives and empowers us to make informed, ethical choices in fashion. Tune in to learn how you can...

Marta Dillon  is an Argentinian  queer feminist  journalist and activist. As a child, Marta’s mother was involved in  political activism  against the Argentinian dictatorship starting in the 1970’s. Her disappearance at the hands of the state instilled in Marta a militancy for the struggle for  human rights  and against the impunity of crimes against humanity. Marta has worked across sectors of fe...

Blessing Okojie Eze is the founder and executive director of the Women of Inestimable Value Foundation based in Nigeria. The organization works to raise awareness for abuse against women and girls, providing sexual health and women’s empowerment education. Her inspiration and passion comes from her experiences witnessing domestic violence in Nigeria and how it is often justified, even by women, as...

Ayesha Amin is a feminist activist from Pakistan who advocates for gender equality and reproductive health. Her focus lies in addressing social taboos impacting women's health, including access to menstrual hygiene products, preventing gender-based violence, and enhancing women's access to sexual and reproductive health.

Zahra Al Hilaly  is a  gender equality and environmental activist  from Australia. Her experience growing up to Palestinian and Iraqi immigrant parents shaped her  advocacy  for human rights and the  empowerment  of  marginalized   voices . She represented Australian youth at the  UN  and was named in the  UN Women’s 30 for 2030 cohort . She has also received numerous awards based on her impactful...

In this episode, we are joined by Hasnae aka @live_morethinkless to talk about her self-discovery journey. Once she discovered she is gifted and has healing power, she immediately embraced it and decided to change her career from the legal field to become a life coach and Reiki master. She dedicated herself to healing and guiding people. Joins us to know more about Hasnae's journey and to enjoy a...

In this episode, we are joined by Racha Haffar, an anti-human trafficking and modern slavery activist. She is the co-founder of Not 4 Trade Organization, the first organization tackling human trafficking in Tunisia. Racha is also the co-founder of Youth Against Slavery Movement. Throughout this episode, Racha will talk to us about human trafficking, modern slavery and her journey fighting for huma...

In this episode, we are joined by Jana, a proud Indo-Guyanese fashion designer who used her love for fashion designing to educate people about her culture through amazing pieces that reflect the journey of her ancestors. Jana was born in the UK with Indo-Guyanese and Egyptian origins. She is going to tell us all about her journey towards a more ethical, sustainable and empowering fashion, don't he...

In this episode, we are joined by Hadil Al-Ashwal, a feminist and a women rights advocate, to talk about the actual situation of women in Yemen. Throughout this episode you get to know more about how she is actually using the soft power of social media to drive change in Yemen, her inspiring journey and MENA AGE, the initiative she founded. We hope you’ll enjoy this very insightful discussion as m...

In this episode, we are joined by Lolypole to talk about her path towards self-love and building confidence. Laura changed her career to live out her passion, pole dancing. Joins us to know more about Laura's self-discovery journey.