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TMU’s Literary Salon: Must-read picks for International Women's Month
As Women's Month comes to an end, Toronto Metropolitan University's Very Own Literary Salon presents their favourite woman and feminist-focused books (Image illustrated by Caleigh Burias) The Diary of Frida Kahlo : An Intimate Self-Portrait by Frida Kahlo I became curious about Frida Kahlo through reading another book, The Obstacle Is the Way: The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph , which is about overcoming adversity. I have always enjoyed her artwork, and through
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The dichotomous politics of TikTok “girlhood”
Dissecting the exclusionary social media term that hopes to cast a wide net
Liana Yadav
2 days ago
Why isn’t South Asian good enough?
As South Asian fashion trends online, so do conversations about representation, rebranding and exploitation
Amna Khan
Mar 15
Strength in diversity: How women are reinforcing cybersecurity
Cybersecurity protects everything from personal data to national infrastructure, yet the field faces a growing talent shortage.
Syraah Dosanjh
Mar 12
Am I a fraud?: A biracial struggle
Growing up with a Filipino mother and Indian father in Canada, Harlin D Souza shares an honest reflection on identity, language, and the quiet insecurities of not feeling “Filipino enough.” This personal essay explores what it means to belong—not through appearance or fluency but through intentional connection and self-acceptance.
Harlin D Souza
Apr 23, 2025
Woven through womanhood
From authors to mothers, each lesson we have been taught is one we hold close to and cherish. These moments of wisdom continue to shape us and how we view the world. Here are some inspiring women and how they have influenced our contributors.
New Wave Magazine
Apr 11, 2025
How GUTS (spilled) has helped my journey of healing and growth
The album is a rollercoaster of emotions that continues her story of love, loss, and self-discovery.
New Wave Magazine
Apr 1, 2024
More than a run club: girlsrunthe6ix
How a women-led run club is reshaping Toronto's fitness scene—on and off the track.
Victoria Andrade
Jan 29
Vibrant visions: A celebration of Black girlhood
Black girlhood has always been overlooked, misunderstood and often misrepresented. Yet, it remains powerful, vibrant experience that e...
Lucy Kebirungi
Mar 13, 2025
"By Her, For Her:" BoostHER TMU empowers women through fashion
As 7 p.m. approached, the intimate studio space slowly filled with people. Its warm, dim lighting became a refuge from the frigid Toronto...
Maryam Parkar
Mar 12, 2025
Still no Valentine? We promise it’s not the end of the world
Singles, this one is for you
Blaize Exeter
Feb 14
Freezing Is so Last Season: A ‘winter Fashion Lookbook’ to Combat the Chillest Time of Year
Being warm has never looked so 'COOL'
New Wave Magazine
Mar 22, 2024
How do we nurture our creativity?
Akcinya leans on friends working in creative disciplines to learn how she can rediscover her creativity
New Wave Magazine
Jun 16, 2022
Thoughts on girlhood: A poetic reflection
Heather's Duncan's 'Thoughts of girlhood' explore joy and self-discovery in striking contrast. One bursts with the wild, fizzy delight of presence and girlhood; the other turns inward, questioning identity and embracing the quiet courage of starting again. Together, they reflect the emotional range of becoming.
Heather Duncan
Apr 14, 2025
The Birth, Life and Death of a Spirit
She knew they could not fathom her longings, mystifying like an eclipse....
Amna Saeed
Apr 7, 2025
nothing has changed
A poem about change
New Wave Magazine
Jun 14, 2024
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