Renata is done tiptoeing around the term “eating disorder". Find out how she came to accept the truth behind her feelings about food.
In Conversation with Dominique Cotte: Commercial Pilot and Australian Aviation Ambassador
The world of aviation is a tricky place for female pilots, but Dominique Cotte was determined to succeed. In this interview, Dominique tells us how she went from an Australian teenager with an interest in travel to a jet-setting aviation ambassador and Boeing 777 commercial pilot.
"I used veganism as a way to hide my eating disorder": How Veganuary Puts Vulnerable People at Risk
It’s the start of a new year, which means only one thing: Veganuary. I will be taking part, but I refuse to feel guilty if I have the odd bar of chocolate. But, with an increased societal pressure to go entirely vegan it would be easy for many to fall into disordered eating behaviours…
#ChileDespertó: an Explanation of What is Going on in Chile
On October 7 2019, Chilean students decided to 'evade' public transport fees in response to a proposed fare hike. The people are fighting for a new normality, a new system, a new Chile. And it feels as though nothing can stop them.
Why a vote for the Tory party this December is a vote against feminism
The Tories have never exactly been a woman's best friend. Guest contributor Alex Wright explains why voting for them on December 12th would be a blow to hundreds of years of feminism.
AMMA: Creating sustainable and ethical textile products
Harpy talks to Josie Mackenzie about the creation of AMMA, women’s livelihoods on the tea estates in Sri Lanka, and how to change the global fashion industry by promoting sustainable working conditions and environmentally friendly products.
Mind the Gender Data Gap: How Caroline Criado Perez is Exposing Data Bias
There are some books that change you. That alter your perception of yourself or the world, and once read you cannot go back to how you used to be. Invisible Women: Exposing Data Bias In A World Designed For Men by Caroline Criado Perez is one of those books for me. It is persuasive, addictive, and should be required reading, young or old, whatever your gender.
The Thelma and Louise Effect
I am a self-professed sucker for rom-coms and grew up on a steady diet of Richard Curtis films. But recently, perhaps in the wake of the hetero-normative pop-culture confinements of ‘Love Island’, I have found myself drawn to a different type of love story on Netflix…
How to App Date Without Losing Your Mind
Tinder, Bumble and Hinge – AKA the trifecta of terror. Dating has never been weirder. Hundreds of virtual encounters are just a swipe away, but what happens when you actually meet? Whether you’re gunning for something casual or a full-time bae, app dating can feel like navigating a whirlpool of hot trash…
Make Gigs Safe for Women: how to do your part this festival season
Festival season is the perfect excuse for floaty dresses, body glitter, flower crowns and wellies. Unfortunately, it can also be the perfect excuse for casual assault, intimidation and sexual harassment.
Why are women so infatuated with serial killers?
What is it that makes killers so magnetic? Why do so many of us lust after people who would probably murder us in a dark alley? Doesn’t it go against every basic survival instinct?
For You
How does grief play out? A Harpy guest contributor writes about a recent personal experience losing a friend.
Harpy Interview: Creative Collective's Rose Fowler
Let’s talk about social media and how we communicate. On an almost daily basis we hear about the damaging effects of ‘reel life’ vs real life . That’s exactly what Manchester-based performing arts group, Creative Collective, are exploring in new production, The Talk.
Disconnected
Dry January, Veganuary, January diets… As the Monday of the year draws to an end, plenty are looking forward to easing off on the self-restriction in February. And yet, one friend of the mag has a diet of a different kind planned… a social media cleanse.
Poem: Taken to Church
Written by Justina Carmen Aina, ‘Taken to Church’ is a poetic retelling of a spiritual revelation happening in an unexpected space.
DVLA? More like DVL – hey, wait a minute, is that sexism?
We’ve all found ourselves dragged into futile conversations about which activities, hobbies and professions suit which genders. Of course, there's no answer. So why does the DVLA (Driving and Vehicle Licensing Agency) consider a woman's relationship status relevant to her interest in driving?
First Words: For the Kid's Sake, Watch Your Tongue
As a society, we’ve never been more aware of gender stereotyping – or wanted to fight it harder. And that battle begins at birth. We dress our children in ‘neutral’ clothes, encourage girls to play with hammers and boys to care for dolls, and teach them that they can be absolutely anything they want to be. But is that enough?
6 Bedside Table Books for 2019
Betwixtmas is over, New Year has come and gone and we’re all finally running out of Christmas chocolate. As we muddle our way through the first week back at work, it’s comforting to know that there’s a pile of delicious books waiting for us by the bed, to sink into the moment we get home. So, if you need a little reading list inspiration for 2019, here are some of our favourites to get you started…
Women in Food: Celebrate, Inspire and Bring Change
Vicky North, chef and founder of ‘Women in Food’, talks about finding her way in a male-dominated industry and bringing change for the next generation of female chefs.
Mum Shaming: why we’re all to blame for the global guilt trip phenomenon
I disapprove when I see a screeching child placated with a packet of chocolate buttons or when I see a mum stuff a smartphone into their bothersome kid’s hand. It’s clearly bad parenting. They should be ashamed of themselves. But here’s the thing…