Shein: The Shame of France

Shein has hit the Parisian highstreet, opening their first physical store in the Bazar de l'Hôtel de Ville (BHV) shopping centre amid a child sex doll scandal and cries of outrage from French public and politicians alike. The online marketplace has long been acknowledged as the epitome of the fashion industry’s worst aspects: over-consumerism, environmental…

13 November 20250Comments

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A Race Between A Narcissist and His Reflection: Labour’s Crisis of Conscience

On the 11th of November 2025, veteran labour MP Barry Gardiner appeared on Newsnight and delivered a line that has since echoed across political circles: “The race between Keir Starmer PM and Wes Streeting is like a race between a Narcissist and his reflection.” It was a moment of brutal clarity in a party that…

12 November 20250Comments

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The Vavengers: Survivor-Powered Activism Against FGM

Female genital mutilation (FGM) is one of the most severe forms of gender-based violence, yet it remains shrouded in silence across much of the world. Despite legal bans, millions of girls continue to be cut every year. At the heart of the movement to end this practice is The Vavengers, a UK-based, survivor-led charity turning…

11 November 20250Comments

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Turning Petals into Purpose: Tackling India’s Flower Waste with Sustainable Reuse

Every day across India, millions of flowers are offered at temples, weddings, and festivals — only to be discarded hours later. This “sacred waste” often clogs rivers, fills landfills, and releases harmful gases. But a growing movement is transforming what was once pollution into purpose. In Turning Petals into Purpose, writer Jhanvi Kaur explores how…

10 November 20250Comments

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When Justice Comes Home: Inter Alia’s Unflinching Gaze at Motherhood and Masculinity

Suzie Miller’s Inter Alia, directed by Justin Martin, is a theatrical gut-punch that refuses to flinch. With Rosamund Pike as Jessica Parks—a Crown Court judge and mother—the play dives headfirst into the murky waters of gender, power, and parental accountability. From the opening rock riff to the haunting shadow play, Inter Alia uses bold staging…

5 November 20250Comments

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Surviving Serco – Feminist Crime and justice podcast exposes the obstructions faced by Constance Marten, defendant at the Old Bailey. Podcast reveals how private prison contracts are undermining the right to a fair trial.

Surviving Serco - podcast exposes the obstructions faced by Constance Marten, and how private prison contracts are undermining the right to a fair trial. The latest episode of Rebel Justice, the podcast by The View CiC amplifies the silenced voice of an incarcerated woman - Constance Marten, a defendant currently on trial at the Old…

1 April 20250Comments

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“WOMAN HELD ON REMAND IN PRISON DENIED ACCESS LIFE-SAVING CHEMOTHERAPY TREATMENT AFTER HER ACCUSER FAILS TO PROVIDE EVIDENCE FOR THE 6TH TIME”

A 58-year-old woman currently battling stage three aggressive breast cancer is being denied chemotherapy and radiotherapy in prison. Farah Damji has been on remand for 13 months. “He stole one year of my life when I just don’t have time and I should have been with my friends and family recovering from surgery and getting…

1 April 20250Comments

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Welcome to The View Magazine Issue 12: Women Versus The StateNew issue

What happens when women confront the oppressive forces of state power? The View Magazine Issue 12 fearlessly examines this question, delving into the intersection of justice, trauma, and resilience. At its core, this issue is about the strength of women navigating a world where systemic failures often perpetuate marginalisation. Inside This Issue This edition illuminates the lives…

10 December 20240Comments

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Farah’s Story: A Step Forward in Her Fight for Justice

Farah’s story, featured in The Mirror UK, highlights her battle with cancer while facing horrific conditions in prison, including being chained to her hospital bed. Her struggle for humane treatment is gaining attention. A key step forward is the involvement of her lawyer, Mark McDonald, who has made her case a priority and is fighting for…

15 October 20240Comments

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Illuminating Trauma: Feminist Perspective

When Susan Pease Bannit transitioned away from her established psychotherapy practice, she brought to light the intricate layers of psychological trauma. Her narrative is more than just a personal tale; it serves as an essential beacon for anyone entangled in the grips of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), dissociative disorders and the haunting shadows of ritual…

29 February 20240Comments

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