Gender, Gender Reassignment Natasha Giraudel Gender, Gender Reassignment Natasha Giraudel

Are Trans Women Women Under UK Law? Why the debate deserves More than slogans

This article explores the complex and often polarising debate around whether Trans women are legally considered women under the UK Equality Act 2010. Written in the first person, it avoids taking sides and instead lays out the competing arguments — from those who believe gender identity should be legally recognised, to those who argue for the importance of sex-based protections. It looks at the potential consequences of both inclusion and exclusion, encouraging respectful discussion and thoughtful policy.

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Class, Race and Ethnicity, Gender Natasha Giraudel Class, Race and Ethnicity, Gender Natasha Giraudel

TRYING HARD ISN’T ALWAYS ENOUGH: What it’s really like to navigate work, redundancy and the benefits system

This first-person account tells the story of a young woman from Manchester who, despite working hard and building a professional career, finds herself stuck in a cycle of redundancy, low pay and debt. She reflects on how class background, gender, race and lack of structural support have shaped her journey, raising important questions about whether true social mobility in the UK is really possible. Her story offers insight into the reality of the benefits system and what real support for working-class people should look like.

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Age, Disability, Sexuality, Parents and Guardians Natasha Giraudel Age, Disability, Sexuality, Parents and Guardians Natasha Giraudel

CAN WE TALK ABOUT SMARTPHONES, ADOLESCENTS AND THE LIMITS OF BLANKET BANS?

This article explores the growing debate around banning smartphones for under-16s, sparked by the Netflix series Adolescents. Drawing on her experience in education and pastoral care, a teacher argues that while concerns about screen time are valid, blanket bans risk ignoring the diverse needs of young people. She highlights how age, neurodiversity, parenting situations, and class all affect how children use and depend on smartphones. Rather than one-size-fits-all policies, the article calls for inclusive, age-sensitive guidance, better support for families, and more equitable digital education in schools.

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