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Nepal’s menstrual huts: what can be done about this practice of confining women to cow sheds?
Despite being illegal, chhaupadi, the practice of exiling menstruating women and girls from their home – often to a cow shed – is still practised in some areas of Western Nepal. Chhaupadi is an extreme example of the stigmas and restrictions around menstruation that exist not only in Nepal, but also globally.
01/02/19 -
Why private companies shouldn’t be involved in ‘menstrual education’
Companies should abide by a set of principles in their engagement in schools to ensure they provide accurate and positive portrayals of menstruation, writes Dr Kay Standing
06/04/18 -
Padman: how Bollywood is challenging the stigma around periods in India
Dr Kay Standing looks at a new film based on the story of an Indian entrepreneur who created affordable sanitary pads
25/01/18 -
Caving adventures in the USA with LJMU Go Global
A dream caving expedition became a reality for Outdoor Education student Jack thanks to travel funding
02/11/17 -
Planet 50:50 is not quite light years away – but there's still a mountain to climb
Planet 50:50 is a worthy aspiration this International Women's Day – but there is still a mountain to climb and employers need to help
08/03/17 -
Want an Olympic legacy? Get primary school children trying out a range of different sports
Why children shouldn't specialise in one sport too early
05/09/16
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Wishing a very #HappyPesach to all our students, staff and visitors celebrating Passover over the next week from this evening! #chagsameach
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This #WorldHeritageDay take a moment to admire our wonderful 18th-century, Grade I-listed Town Hall (and the giant… https://t.co/3thGWT7MiL