Sadiya Ansari, Author at Women's eNews

Canada’s Prostitution Bill Opposed by Both Sides

By Sadiya Ansari ● Uncategorized ● June 21, 2014

The bill addresses issues with the old laws that abolitionists and those seeking decriminalization found problematic. But taken in its entirety, both sides of this reform effort are worried it will worsen dangers and force some women into a “darker market.”

Canada Faces Year of Argument on Prostitution Law

By Sadiya Ansari ● Uncategorized ● January 7, 2014

As Canada prepares for a year of consideration of the late-December ruling by the Supreme Court to decriminalize prostitution, advocates on both sides are gearing up for this hot-button issue.

Canada’s ‘Honor’ Crime Funding Decried as Biased

By Sadiya Ansari ● Uncategorized ● September 17, 2013

Critics say the government’s targeting of anti-violence funds on specific groups of women–such as those from Muslim and South Asian communities–worsens victims’ isolation and undermines a wider push for women’s safety.

Phone App Puts Friends and Safety a Tap Away

By Sadiya Ansari ● Uncategorized ● August 19, 2012

Location-based technology allows smartphone users to instantly tell friends when and where something is going wrong. Developers have been concentrating on college students but some are starting to aim at younger ages, when abuse often starts.

Romney’s Pick for VP Ignites Advocacy Outrage

By Sadiya Ansari ● Uncategorized ● August 13, 2012

Rep. Paul Ryan’s record on budgeting priorities, abortion, health reform and pay equity has women’s advocates fuming over Mitt Romney’s choice of Republican running mate. Roundup of news, blogs and press statements.

Backlash: New York Artists Fight the War on Women

By Sadiya Ansari ● Arts & Culture ● August 9, 2012

The so-called war on women waged by Republicans has stirred the creativity of over 180 artists, many based in New York City, who are participating in an exhibit hosted by SOHO20 gallery. The exhibit closes Aug. 11.

8 Health Services for Women Broadened by Reform

By Sadiya Ansari ● Uncategorized ● July 31, 2012

Screenings for domestic violence and gestational diabetes are just two of the services that women’s advocates are hailing on the eve of a new phase of Affordable Care Act enactments that start taking effect Aug. 1.

Sex Workers Raise Tricky HIV-AIDS Issue for U.S.

By Sadiya Ansari ● Uncategorized ● July 24, 2012

Hillary Clinton proposed a special intervention program for sex workers at the July 22-27 International Aids Conference in Washington. But a U.S. anti-prostitution oath and travel ban on sex workers contorts that mission.

A Decade Later, Women Remain Unsure of HRT’s Risks

By Sadiya Ansari ● Health & Science ● July 12, 2012

In the 10 years since hormone treatment was deemed too risky, many more women have chosen to endure symptoms of aging rather than take the “other pill.” Yet, more than half remain confused about the risks and benefits.

Hospital Deal Could Send Tube-Tying Out of Town

By Sadiya Ansari ● Health & Science ● July 4, 2012

The only two hospitals in Waterbury, Conn., are proposing a merger that would subject reproductive health services to Catholic restrictions. Hard times around the country, however, are forcing workarounds and compromises in similar cases.

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