In my last post, I explained my love for the new anthology Presumed Incompetent: The Intersections of Race and Class for Women … More
Author: Lakshmi Sarah
Lady in the Ivory Tower: If You Pack Only One Book, Make it a 570 Page Hardcover on Race and Class
I brought just one book to India: It was a 570 pages hardcover on race and class. It is true, … More
Lady in the Ivory Tower: This Bridge Called My Back and the Backs We All Stand on
The new year brings with it new resolutions, fresh thoughts and affirmations, new ways of thinking of ourselves and the … More
Mindy Kaling is a Role Model For Everyone, Not Just Women Of Color
This article originally appeared in PolicyMic. Mindy Kaling might just be the new role model for all of us. Notice, … More
Delhi Gang Rape Victim’s Death Prompts Vigils Across India
This article originally appeared in Global Voices. The victim of a gang rape on a bus in Delhi died yesterday in a … More
India Rape Victim’s Death Prompts Vigils Across India, But This is Not Enough
This post originally appeared in PolicyMic Mumbai’s vigil, in memory of the unidentified 23-year-old Delhi gang rape victim, took place … More
Prague Street Art Exhibit Puts a Modern Spin on What’s Museum Worthy
This article originally appeared in PolicyMic I’ve been coming to Prague almost every year since my father moved here 15 … More
Women Banned from Using Mobile Phones in Indian Villages
The article originally appeared in Global Voices. A village council in the Indian state of Bihar banned the use of mobile phones … More
India: Haryana Rape Cases Prompt March Against Violence
This article originally appeared on Global Voices. In recent months, rape in the Indian state of Haryana seems to have become commonplace. … More
Election 2012 Results: Obama Reelection Will Help Minorities in the US and Around the World
With President Obama’s recent re-election, the White House received congratulatory messages from leaders around the world. But, what are the implications of … More