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Feminism has come a long way, but we still have a long way to go. There are some things only women can see, challenges like thorns along the way to reaching our goals, distasteful comments that pass by men's ears, stares you can almost feel at the back of your neck. A man will tell you, "Oh, you have your voting rights and the ability to get a job, what else do you need?" And you know, they will earnestly mean it, because how can they empathize with difficulties they have never faced, difficulties they can't even comprehend?

My gender almost feels like a title attached to me. If a man tells a joke, it's a joke, no matter how bad it may be, someone will laugh. If I tell a joke, it's a joke told by a woman. So it has to be good. Or else women aren't funny. If a man takes direct control and is bold, he is a leader. If I take control and am bold, well, who do I think I am? These little things, they seep deep into the consciousness not only of men, but women, and it's generational. Sometimes a woman can be a woman's worst enemy, as the need to appeal to the male gaze, to be seen as attractive, poisons the mind and makes other women look like competition.

If the "normal" woman is quiet, modest, shy and accepting of everything so as not to cause an argument, and we continue to operate according to this "normal", there won't be a future that is female. I would rather live out my life without any man than mutilate my spirit. I want to be one of the women who stand up.

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This poster was made in the 2021 for a charity event, to reduce domestic violence in Latvia and raise money to help solve the problem. According to the research, 39% of surveyed latvian women have experienced physical and/or sexual violence at least once in their lifetime after reaching the age of 15. This indicator is higher than the average in the European Union and ranks Latvia in 7th place.

On the poster it says- my mum. Poster represents child’s drawing of their mother. The idea is to show domestic violence from child's eyes, the fact that they also see it and may accept it as norm. Therefore these children may keep it happening in the future.

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Mental health is vital for overall well-being, physical health, personal success, relationships, resilience, prevention of mental disorders, and combating stigma. By recognizing the importance of mental health and actively promoting mental well-being, we can create a healthier and more supportive society for all individuals.
Problem is that every year there is more and more people who has some sort of menthal health issues. In 2020 there were an estimated 1.2 million suicide attempts. Lots of people keep the mental health issues to themselves because they are afraid to speak about it or it is to expencsive to talk with specialist.
Providing free mental health help is essential to promote equality, reduce stigma, enable early intervention, enhance productivity, and prevent long-term societal costs. Prioritizing mental health and ensuring access to quality care for everyone is not just an individual responsibility but a collective one that benefits the entire community.

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Traditional music serves as a link between generations, facilitating the transfer of knowledge, skills, and cultural practices. It provides an avenue for elders to pass down their wisdom and younger generations to learn and carry forward their cultural legacy. By keeping traditional music alive, we ensure the intergenerational continuity of cultural traditions.

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In the melodies of traditional music, we find echoes of our ancestors.

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Self-judgment is the act of critically assessing and evaluating oneself. It involves analyzing our thoughts, behaviors, and achievements against our own internal standards or societal expectations. While self-judgment can be a useful tool for self-awareness and personal growth, it can also be a double-edged sword. On one hand, it allows us to recognize areas for improvement and motivates us to strive for excellence. On the other hand, excessive self-judgment can lead to feelings of self-doubt, low self-esteem, and a constant sense of falling short. It is important to approach self-judgment with a balanced perspective, embracing both our strengths and weaknesses. Instead of harshly criticizing ourselves, we can cultivate self-compassion and understanding. By practicing self-reflection and self-acceptance, we can foster a healthier mindset that allows us to learn from our mistakes, celebrate our accomplishments, and embrace our imperfections as part of our unique journey. Ultimately, self-judgment should be a tool for personal growth and self-improvement rather than a means of self-punishment or comparison to others.

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Consumerism - the principal driver of economic growth and a central measure of the productive success of a capitalist economy. But how it benefits the people?

Consumerism can have detrimental effects on personal well-being and mental health. The relentless pursuit of material possessions can create a sense of emptiness and dissatisfaction. Research suggests that placing excessive importance on materialistic goals is often associated with lower levels of happiness, increased stress, and decreased life satisfaction. The constant comparison with others, as well as the temporary nature of the happiness derived from material goods, can lead to a sense of never feeling truly satisfied.

The emphasis on material possessions can overshadow more meaningful aspects of life, such as personal growth, relationships, and experiences. Consumer culture often promotes individualism and self-centeredness, as people focus on their own desires and aspirations rather than communal well-being. This can erode social cohesion, diminish empathy, and contribute to a culture of superficiality and materialistic values.

Do material possessions equal happiness?

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For years, industry organizations have been pointing to the underfunding of higher education in general. Financing of higher education in 2008 - from the state budget had reached the highest point - 243.7 million. EUR, however, since the moment when funding was drastically reduced due to the economic crisis, its amount has not reached even half of the previously invested funds. For more than 13 years, higher education has not been a priority in the distribution of state budget funding, which has left lasting consequences. The insufficient amount of funds drives higher education into a circle of poverty, which leads to a decrease in the quality of education, the highest level of student employment in Europe, the implementation of study programs that do not correspond to the labor market, and one of the lowest percentages of students who have obtained higher education in Northern Europe.

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Imagine living inside a locked closet without any control over any aspect of your life. You can’t choose when and what you eat, how you will spend your time, whether or not you will have a partner and children, or who that partner will be. You can’t even decide when the lights go on and off.

Think about spending your entire life like this, a prisoner, even though you have committed no crime. This is life for an animal in a laboratory. It is deprivation, isolation, and misery.

On top of the deprivation, there are the experiments. U.S. law allows animals to be burned, shocked, poisoned, isolated, starved, drowned, addicted to drugs, and brain-damaged. No experiment, no matter how painful or trivial, is prohibited – and pain-killers are not required.  Even when alternatives to the use of animals are available, the law does not require that they be used—and often they aren’t.

Animals are infected with diseases that they would never normally contract, tiny mice grow tumors as large as their own bodies, kittens are purposely blinded, rats are made to suffer seizures, and primates’ skulls are cut open and electrodes are implanted in them. Experimenters force-feed chemicals to animals, conduct repeated surgeries on them, implant wires in their brains, crush their spines, and much more.

After enduring these terrifying, painful procedures, animals are then usually dumped back into a cage without any painkillers. Video footage from inside laboratories shows animals who cower in fear every time someone walks by their cages. They don’t know if they will be dragged from their prison cells for an injection, blood withdrawal, a painful procedure, surgery, or death. Often they see other animals killed right in front of them.

No animals are safe from experimentation—cats, dogs, fish, mice, pigs, primates, rabbits, and  rats are just a few of the species routinely used in these tests.

Everyone needs to be aware of this situation that I would call a crime and speak up about it. The scale of this issue demands a much faster resolution

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Free speech is the bedrock of a free society. It fosters diverse perspectives, safeguards democracy, and promotes tolerance and understanding. By supporting free speech, we enable intellectual growth, cultural expression, and social progress. We must also recognize the dangers of cancel culture, as it stifles open dialogue and discourages dissenting opinions. Cancel culture, which involves silencing or ostracizing individuals for expressing differing opinions, poses a threat to open dialogue and intellectual diversity. It can discourage dissenting viewpoints and stifle free expression, inhibiting the free flow of ideas essential for a vibrant society.
Embracing free speech ensures a society where ideas can thrive and positive change can flourish. Let us defend free speech, preserving the fundamental liberties that enrich our lives.

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"Bog terpel i nam velel" (translated: "God has suffered and has commanded us to do the same")

If I had to choose one thing to stand up for, I'd stand up for women's right to abortion. At first glance, it may seem like a strange topic to talk about in 2023, but currently, there are 24 countries in the world where abortion is completely banned (including Andorra and Malta in Europe and some states in the U.S.), and more than 50 countries allow abortions only if the woman's health is at risk (including Poland).
Evidence shows that banning abortions reduces the number of LEGAL abortions. But at the same time, the number of illegal abortions is increasing because the demand (surprise) DOES NOT DECREASE!
in 2021, the Polish Parliament passed a law that criminalises abortions, with an exception if continuing the pregnancy endangers the woman's life and if the pregnancy is the result of a criminal act. The law was proposed by the conservative party and passed with the majority of votes of male MPs. Isn't it great that the majority of voters for the abortion ban come from people who CANNOT have an abortion? They'll never have to go through this in their lives, but they feel rightful to take away the personal choice to have an abortion from half the population of their country.
This photo was taken in 2021, a few days after I found out about this new law. I felt angry, hopeless and completely devastated for all women in Poland. I wanted to scream and that's how I portrayed it.
It's easy to be pro-life when you don't see the direct impact of the law. You see numbers and charts with the decrease in registered abortions, but you don't see the frightened eyes of a woman who doesn't want to have a baby, who feels completely alone and who is probably thinking through all possible scenarios of how she can have an abortion at home without professional help or is willing to pay a lot of money to have it done by amateurs in unsanitary places. These are the options women have in Poland, Malta, Egypt, Iraq and many other countries.

The phrase "God suffered and commanded us to do the same" represents all people who are pro-life and believe that the suffering of women in this case is justified because it serves the common good. It also embodies people who take a passive stance on the issue, thinking that it doesn't affect them and that "we all have our problems." It may not affect you directly, but it affects your sister, your mother, your friend. The world should see and hear them and you can help!

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Clothing produced by fast fashion brands are often made from cheap materials, like polyester and acrylic that don’t last for long. These clothes poses serious environmental and social problems. Fast fashion generates massive textile waste, contributes to CO2 emissions, causes water pollution and exploitation of underpaid workers. To address these issues, individuals can adopt sustainable practices. For example, buying less, extending the lifespan of clothing, shopping in thrift stores and supporting eco-fashion brands that use eco-friendly fabrics. By embracing these solutions we can help to reduce waste and environmental issues.

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“Would you regret not asking

If the pain was everlasting?”

About 763'000'000 results come up when you google “things I wish I asked my mom”. A mother-daughter relationship is unique and beautiful, but it can often be very hurtful, distressing and distanced, so a lot of daughters feel the need to stay silent, to avoid contact or express hate. It is important to realize you will always still be your mothers child and all the pain that you allow to build up in yourself will stay there. Especially when the day comes when your mother is not around anymore. All the questions you didn’t ask about her life will be unanswered. All the conflict that you didn’t resolve will remain heavy in your chest. This lives as regret. And even worse is that the pain that we carry also gets passed on to our children.

How to make sure this does not happen? Talk to your mom! Ask her about her experience, her mistakes and her hurt. Ask about womanhood and friends. Ask about her happiest memories and the things you did that made her feel love. Understand that she also received a lot of hate simply because she is a woman. Tell her your feelings. Tell her you love her.

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Child labor is a distressing reality that continues to plague societies worldwide. It is a grave violation of the rights of children and an issue that demands urgent attention. Child labor should be stopped for the sake of our children, our society, and our shared future. It is our moral duty to preserve the sanctity of childhood, provide access to quality education, protect the health and well-being of children, break the cycle of poverty, uphold ethical standards, and foster sustainable development. We have to choose products which have been made ethically, even if they cost a little bit more

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Every year (especially around the festive season) dogs, cats and other pets are given as presents. Once the celebration is over most of them are given away to a shelters, but less fortunate don't end up in the shelters, but rather are dumped on the streets and other places where no one can see the pets being abandoned. They suffer from hunger, thirst, diseases, injuries or die in another agonising way.
If you want to give a pet as a gift, it is better to choose one from a toy shop rather than a pet shop:)

And always remember - "You become responsible, forever, for what you have tamed." (Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, The Little Prince)

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Our planet is getting more and more polluted by us. Everyone is talking about it, but barely any of us are doing anything about it. But it is very important, every little thing, like picking up a bottle from ground, sorting out paper, plastic and glass in the right containers, even buying groceries with your own bags, it all makes the situation better. Of course, one human can’t make a global difference, but imagine, what would happen if everyone did those little things. Our planet would become much better place. By doing small things, we can make a big impact. We have to be friends with our nature, not an enemies. At the end of the day, it is the place where we live and always will live. Start today.

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Racial injustice is a deeply rooted problem that persists in societies worldwide. It manifests in various forms, including systemic discrimination, racial profiling, unequal access to opportunities, disparities in education, and the perpetuation of harmful stereotypes and biases, etc.

The concept of "All Lives Matter" within the context of racial injustice evokes a recognition of the inherent value and equality of every human life, regardless of race or ethnicity. It acknowledges the universal principle that all individuals deserve to be treated with fairness, dignity, and respect.

This poster captures the essence of dispelling darkness through unity, igniting hope within every heart, and embracing the intrinsic worth of all individuals. It serves as a visual reminder that by celebrating diversity, nurturing understanding, and fostering compassion, we can create a brighter, more inclusive world where the flame of hope burns ever brighter.

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In a world facing mounting environmental challenges, the need for robust environmental protection has never been more critical. It is our responsibility to safeguard the planet and ensure a sustainable future for generations to come. Environmental protection encompasses a wide range of actions aimed at addressing pressing issues and mitigating the harmful impacts of human activities on the natural world.
Environmental protection is a shared responsibility that requires collaboration and cooperation among governments, organizations, communities, and individuals worldwide. It transcends borders, cultures, and ideologies. Together, we can rise above the challenges, champion sustainable solutions, and create a world where the beauty and diversity of nature are cherished and preserved. Let us unite in our commitment to environmental protection, for the well-being of both present and future generations.

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Green Modern World Environment Day (Instagram Story)

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Large numbers of scared and deceived animals end up in animal shelters every year. Here are a couple of reasons why you should choose an animal from a shelter:

First, you give them another chance in life to be loved. In their past lives, some may have been abused, abandoned, or had to fend for themselves on the streets. By adopting, you give the dog or cat a safe and loving home in which it can learn to trust again.

Secondly, each adoption saves a life. By choosing adoption, you directly contribute to reducing overcrowded shelters and the unfortunate reality of euthanasia. Every adopted pet creates space for another one to find refuge and hope.

Finally, opting for adoption means saying no to unethical breeding practices and the commercialization of innocent lives. Take a stand against irresponsible breeding by giving a loving home to a shelter animal. By choosing adoption, you promote a more humane world.

Share your love with those who need it most!

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Kindness is a cause worth dedicating ourselves to, it’s a commitment to bring light to the darkest corners of our world. It means standing up against discrimination, hatred, and prejudice, and promoting empathy, compassion, and understanding as something we need to do. A simple act of kindness can do the most beautiful things and sometimes we forget about that. A warm and greeting smile, sunny “thank you” or “have a great day” can leave a footprint for something bigger. We should actively seek opportunities to uplift others, to lend a helping hand to those in need to be the voice for the voiceless, and to extend compassion even when it is difficult. Why couldn’t we jump into kindness like we do with trends and opinions so that each act of kindness becomes a shining light. Only with our own actions we can light up the flame of kindness in others, creating a ripple effect that spreads far and wide. Kindness here and there is the beginning for a collective movement that requires collaboration and unity. With kindness we believe in the goodness that lives within every human heart to recognize the immense power of small acts and of genuine care. I do believe that kindness can triumph over adversity and bring forth the change our world so desperately needs and that is why I am willing to fight for kindness.

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There are so many animals around the world suffering from being used for entertainment, food, medicine, fashion, scientific advancement, and as exotic pets. For example, foxes are loved for their fur in the fashion industry. Finland is the world's leading producer of fox pelts and it produces over 1 million fox pelts a year. These farms have rows and rows of caged animals living in cruel conditions only to satisfy a person who wants a new fur coat. And this is just one example - there are many other animals suffering because of people. They deserve to stretch every part of their body (from nose to tail), and run, jump, play and not fear their lives being put at risk. Supporting animal freedom and speaking up about it means contributing to a more harmonious coexistence between humans and the natural world.

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Individuals can learn about their own cultural heritage and traditions through cultural education, maintaining and passing on vital knowledge, rituals, and practices to future generations. It promotes a sense of identity, pride, and connection to one's ancestors. Cultural education can help to promote social cohesion and harmony by instilling respect for others. It promotes communication, mutual understanding, and peaceful coexistence by bridging gaps between diverse communities.
It is crucial to educate people from young age to love and nurture its native culture!

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Toxic relationships are harmful and emotionally draining. They involve patterns of control, manipulation, disrespect, abuse, and a lack of healthy communication. Whether it's with a romantic partner or family member, toxic relationships can have a severe impact on your well-being and self-esteem. It's crucial to recognise the signs of toxicity and understand that staying in such relationships can prevent personal growth, happiness, and overall good mental health. Leaving a toxic relationship allows you to prioritize your well-being, find healthier connections, and create a positive environment for personal growth and happiness. Seeking support from trusted friends, family, or professionals can be helpful in this process. Remember, you deserve to be in a relationship that brings you joy, respect, and emotional well-being.

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Many scientific facts and visible evidence still fail to influence the majority of society to react to the problems of natural pollution. The hope that scientists and the government will solve all problems and return the environment to its previous safe state allows many to forget about those problems, not to feel responsibility and guilt. In fact, each individual has to start with himself for changes and improvements.
Earth has given us air, water and shelter. Let us be grateful and respectful for it!

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what is not created in nature does not have to go there

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Social justice refers to the concept of creating a fair and equitable society in which all individuals have equal rights, opportunities, and access to resources, regardless of their background or circumstances. It aims to address systemic inequalities and promote the well-being and dignity of all members of society.

Promoting a better future: By working towards social justice, we strive to create a more equitable and just society for future generations. It ensures that our collective progress is not hindered by systemic barriers that limit the potential of certain individuals or communities.

Ultimately, social justice is an ongoing commitment to challenging and transforming the systems and structures that perpetuate inequality, discrimination, and marginalization. It is an essential aspect of creating a more inclusive, fair, and compassionate society.

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The idea of this poster is to remind people that children are incredibly impressionable and that the things they see and hear in their environment can have a lasting impact on their lives. A lot of mental health issues come from a bad childhood. By creating a positive and nurturing environment for children, we can help them grow up to be happy, healthy, and well-adjusted adults. Fighting for this cause can be beneficial in terms of mental health improvements in the future for all of us. We should take an active role in shaping the lives of the next generation.

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In today’s busy world where every individual is busy in looking after their own progress and to be a modernized person, people are hardly valuing their own culture and tradition. Culture is the invisible bond which ties an individual with his language, tradition and originality.

However, nowadays people are more fascinated by modern technologies and trends and feel that their traditions are boring and old school. The only constant in this world is change. Change is necessary and everyone should adapt it, but not if this change comes with the cost of our cultures and traditions because then it leads to a society moving backwards instead of going ahead.

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"In recent years, there has been increasing acknowledgement of the important role mental health plays in achieving global development goals, as illustrated by the inclusion of mental health in the Sustainable Development Goals. Depression is one of the leading causes of disability. Suicide is the fourth leading cause of death among 15-29-year-olds. People with severe mental health conditions die prematurely – as much as two decades early – due to preventable physical conditions."
https://www.who.int/health-topics/mental-health#tab=tab_1

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"Chandler Christy’s “I Wish I Were a Man” poster is a great example of the artist’s well-known strategy of illustrating rosy-cheeked, red-lipped, attractive women to draw the attention of young heterosexual men to join the military. This particular “Christy Girl,” as they were commonly known, provocatively combines masculine and feminine features to flirtatiously compel men to enlist in the Navy. In having her state “GEE! I WISH I WERE A MAN,” the poster not only suggests that joining the military is an opportunity for men to become more sexually attractive to the opposite sex, but that the decision not to enlist is emasculating".
https://apps.lib.ua.edu/blogs/worldwariposters/gee-i-wish-i-were-a-man/

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"Children joined their parents in supporting the United States during World War I by buying war savings stamps, or thrift stamps, each worth 10 to 25 cents. When an individual had filled their stamp book or pamphlet, stamps could be traded in for a 5 dollar War Savings Certificate Stamp. Like the liberty loan war bonds created by U.S. Secretary of the Treasury William Gibbs McAdoo, these stamps paid interest, which encouraged children to save and invest their money in the war effort".
https://teva.contentdm.oclc.org/digital/collection/p15138coll18/id/1951/

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“For Every Fighter a Woman Worker. Care For Her Through the YWCA” was a poster published in WWI to recruit women to the Young Women's Christian Organization (YWCA). During WWI, many jobs opened up for women due to men being sent to war. Women were needed in factories to help provide for the war effort. The poster shows a woman standing tall while holding a miniature fighter and an artillery shell. The feminine stance and figure is saying that femininity will not be compromised due to working in factories. This is telling women that the work they are doing is for the good of the country and that they will be honored because of it. In reality, the conditions that many women workers faced were terrible. Working with big machinery, explosives, and poisonous gases was very dangerous and many women did not receive the proper equipment or training to deal with these circumstances. The fatalities and other casualties caused by these conditions were not awarded with medals and were hardly recognized until many years later. This poster was commissioned by the YWCA to Adolph Treidler in 1918. Treidler was an American artist and illustrator best known for his advertisement work and his propaganda posters. This poster was created and reproduced as a lithographic print at the time of its distribution".
https://knowledge.e.southern.edu/wwiposters/74/

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"Artist J. Howard Miller produced this work-incentive poster for the Westinghouse Electric & Manufacturing Company. Though displayed only briefly in Westinghouse factories, the poster in later year has become one of the most famous icons of World War II.

As women were encouraged to take wartime jobs in defense industries, they became a celebrated symbol of female patriotism. But when the war ended, many industries forced women to relinquish their skilled jobs to returning veterans".
https://americanhistory.si.edu/collections/search/object/nmah_538122

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Right now the U.S. military is preparing to allow women to serve in combat roles for the first time, and pressure is growing from international precedent for the U.K. to follow suit. Yet there are still many who feel that the frontline is just not a place fit for a woman. Such a prospect was certainly out of the question a century ago during World War I. At that time the nearest the U.S. "yeomanettes" came to action was mustering on the mocked-up superstructure of a battleship here in New York-part of a drive to recruit men to the Navy. (The majority of yeomanettes worked in clerical positions or as recruiting agents.) On the right-hand side of the above photograph is a poster, Howard Chandler Christy's Gee!! I Wish I Were a Man issued in 1917. The poster's winsome pin-up (modeled by Mrs. E. LeRoy Finch) sports a fluttering naval uniform; the whole look and chatty tone was extremely effective in underscoring the masculine appeal of serving soldiers. Here was a woman worth fighting for. The poster was admired for its American "punch" and "air of glad youth which came like a Spring wind over our war-weary spirits." (Martin Hardie and Arthur Sabin, War Posters Issued by Belligerent and Neutral Nations 1914-1919, London: 1920). It is currently part of an installation in the third-floor Architecture and Design Galleries on the theme of "Women and War 1914-1945" that highlights women's varied roles both in support and condemnation of war.

Amid the orgy of advertisements that accompanied conflicts in the early 20th century, images of women could be relied upon to tug at the emotions, whether to promote recruitment, raise funds, or instill a sense of patriotism and outrage. Women may not have fought on the front lines but they were needed as nurses and, as more and more men joined up, in the defense industries and military support jobs. For Every Fighter a Woman Worker (1918) depicts a female munitions worker with the symmetrical poise and beauty of a classical statue; she bears a miniature war-plane in one hand and a bomb-shell in the other. In reality the work she advertised was dirty, dangerous, physically demanding, and attended by frequent explosions and instances of chemical poisoning. Such injuries and fatalities did not come with medals and war pensions. The poster emphasizes the need to "Care for Her Through the YWCA," but ultimately the concern seems to be as much about her moral as physical welfare, and about confirming her dependency. The prospect of assertive, self-sufficient women usurping traditionally male roles was too destabilizing to confront directly, and women needed reassurance that their femininity would not be compromised by such work.

Nursing was an easier sell in terms of fitting more comfortably with conventional views of women's duties, although some were put in harm's way in or near combat zones. Over 30,000 women served as nurses during World War I, many of them recruited and funded through the American Red Cross, an organization established in 1881 by Clara Barton. Arnold Genthe's poster The Roll Call presented a dramatic expression of the Red Cross Spirit, the theme of a theatrical fund-raiser originally staged in Washington D.C.

On the home front during the two world wars, posters urged women to maintain public morale and health and to conserve precious resources for the war effort, whether that was by breeding rabbits for their meat or collecting cooking fats for conversion to glycerin, an ingredient in explosives An article in The Nevada Daily Mail from October 30, 1942, explained "Every drop of waste kitchen fat is needed to make the high explosives necessary to blast Hitler & Co. off the map. And glycerine makes explosives for the U.S. and our allies. So, save all your waste fats after you've got the good from them."

As one World War II poster put it, "Women in the War. WE CAN'T WIN WITHOUT THEM," a message supported by a dramatic photomontage of a woman fitting a shell case. But another poster displayed next to it in the MoMA exhibition shows the skeletal arm of a syphilitic prostitute clutching a soldier as he wilts in her embrace. This disturbing image warns men to steer clear of women's seductive charms. Mixed messages for turbulent times.

"Women and War 1914-1945" is currently on display in the third-floor Architecture and Design Galleries as part of Designing Modern Women 1890-1990, which is on view through September 21, 2014.

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MoMA | "Women in the War. We Can't Win Without Them"

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Right now the U.S. military is preparing to allow women to serve in combat roles for the first time, and pressure is growing from international precedent for the U.K. to follow suit. Yet there are still many who feel that the frontline is just not a place fit for a woman.