http://www.ywcawaikato.org.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.ywcawaikato.org.nz en-us Mon, 09 Mar 2026 18:22:46 +1300 Rocketspark http://www.ywcawaikato.org.nz/blog/post/161216/transcending-the-binary/ Gender equality isn’t just about feminism. It’s about equality for all gender identities. Real impact happens when the conversation is truly inclusive. In this episode, Charlie and Mia dive into what’s happening in the trans community — the challenges, the wins, and the current debates around puberty blockers and participation in male/female sports leagues.Listen here... Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:18:52 +1300 http://www.ywcawaikato.org.nz/blog/#post161216 http://www.ywcawaikato.org.nz/blog/post/160883/blessed-or-bound/ Can religion and gender equality coexist or are they fundamentally at odds? So much of the world around us stems from religion, making it impossible to ignore when examining social issues. In this episode, Charlie and Mia unpack the messy, complex, and constantly evolving relationship between religion and gender equality.Disclaimer: Some people may find this episode offensive or confronting and reflects Charlie and Mia’s perspectives, which lean toward atheism. Listen here... Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:47:39 +1300 http://www.ywcawaikato.org.nz/blog/#post160883 http://www.ywcawaikato.org.nz/blog/post/160575/buy-buy-buy/ More is more… right? We’re constantly being told what to buy, what we need, and what will make us look or feel better.The rapid cycle of micro-trends creates constant pressure to keep up, while unrealistic beauty standards and targeted marketing make women especially vulnerable.Join Charlie and Mia as they explore gendered marketing, materialistic culture, social media influence, and the forces driving our need to buy.Listen here... Tue, 17 Feb 2026 09:16:53 +1300 http://www.ywcawaikato.org.nz/blog/#post160575 http://www.ywcawaikato.org.nz/blog/post/160178/gendered-double-standards/ From dating to motherhood, careers to appearance, women are expected to do it all, flawlessly, all the time. And honestly? We’re TIRED. Join Charlie, Mia and guest Bryanna as they unpack and question the unrealistic standards and pressures placed on women simply because of their gender.Listen here... Wed, 11 Feb 2026 09:02:16 +1300 http://www.ywcawaikato.org.nz/blog/#post160178 http://www.ywcawaikato.org.nz/blog/post/159825/youre-being-influenced/ Let’s face it - media doesn’t just entertain us, it teaches us. In this episode, Charlie and Mia explore how pop culture, from Disney princesses to video games, influences our beliefs about gender and sexuality and what is "normal" from childhood. Listen here... Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:30:30 +1300 http://www.ywcawaikato.org.nz/blog/#post159825 http://www.ywcawaikato.org.nz/blog/post/159418/the-conservative-epidemic/ What does the rise of conservatism mean for gender equality? What does the trendy trad housewife really mean for feminism? In this episode, our hosts Charlie and Mia are answering tough questions and exploring how political ideology shapes gender roles and what this means for feminism and the LGBTQIA+ community.Listen here... Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:07:43 +1300 http://www.ywcawaikato.org.nz/blog/#post159418 http://www.ywcawaikato.org.nz/blog/post/159414/gender-unpacked-nature-vs-nurture/ Where does gender really come from? Are we born with it or do we learn it? In this episode, Charlie and Mia dive into the nature vs nurture debate, unpacking myths around masculinity, femininity, and supposed psychological differences between the sexes. What if much of what we call “gender” is shaped less by biology and more by the world around us?Listen here... Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.ywcawaikato.org.nz/blog/#post159414 http://www.ywcawaikato.org.nz/blog/post/158721/season-3-meet-our-hosts/ Season 3 has officially launched! Our new hosts Charlie and Mia introduce themselves and talk about how they discovered the issue of gender equality, experiences that have shaped their ideas about gender and equality, and touch on topics they are most passionate about, where they will go into greater depth in further episodes. Bringing fresh voices and perspectives, the Equal Agenda podcast continues to bring the energy and fuel to powerful conversations on equality.Listen here ... Wed, 14 Jan 2026 09:45:26 +1300 http://www.ywcawaikato.org.nz/blog/#post158721 http://www.ywcawaikato.org.nz/blog/post/156617/annual-report-2024-25/ This Annual Report covers our impact and financials for the last financial year and our goals and aspirations for the upcoming year. ... Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.ywcawaikato.org.nz/blog/#post156617 http://www.ywcawaikato.org.nz/blog/post/155604/season-2-finale/ Join Hazel, Martine, and Jameena in the season finale as they reflect on their journey and share favourite moments, lessons learned, and their hopes for the future of gender equality. A heartfelt thank you to our incredible partners at FreeFM and to you — our listeners and supporters who make this conversation possible. Let’s keep pushing for a more equal world, together.Listen here... Thu, 06 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.ywcawaikato.org.nz/blog/#post155604