Are universal pension systems a way to acknowledge women’s unpaid and undervalued work? The indispensable contribution women make to society continues to be unseen. Are pension systems the answer?
Career advice for graduating students: Follow what interests you Transitioning from university to the professional world is a big step. Anna shares advice on navigating this stage, from pursuing your passions and networking with alumni to building resilience.
My year at SOAS: Being part of the museum community feels like a dream come true Linshu reflects on her year studying MA History of Art and Archaeology, immersing herself in London’s museum scene for her future career.
Displacement, immigration, and brotherhood: discussing ‘My Brother’s Keeper’ with Mahad Ali Alumnus Mahad Ali describes his journey from being a writer for EastEnders to writing his first play, ‘My Brother’s Keeper’.
Reading with Pride: Celebrating LGBTQ+ books in the SOAS Library Celebrate Pride Month with SOAS Library as we spotlight three LGBTQ+ books that have faced censorship and tell stories of resilience, resistance, and queer expression from Asia, Africa, and the Middle East.
Fashion has a deadly reliance on oil. Are biomaterials the solution? MA student Charlotte Cheal explores fashion's environmental impact, advocating for a shift away from oil-based materials to biomaterials and circular economy models to combat waste and promote sustainability.
Livestreaming as resistance: Risks and ethics of reporting genocide This blog explores how Palestinian journalists like Wael al-Dahdouh transform journalism into an act of survival, resistance, and moral urgency.
Managing your workload over winter break: A SOAS student's guide Marjan shares his top tips for making the most of the winter break by getting ahead on those everlasting assignments, whether that be in a library or the comfort of your own home.
What attracted me to SOAS? Decentralising the Western perspective in the world of art Zoë Saebu shares her experience of studying MA History of Art and Archaeology at SOAS and where it led her.