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The Asian Stigma with Disability
Disability of any kind for any person is not an easy thing to live with. Sadly, in British Asian society of South Asian roots, the stigma attached to disability can profoundly exasperate the social...
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The Challenges of Being an Asian Model
How easy is it to be a British Asian model today? Are there family or cultural stigmas? DESIblitz delves into the personal account of one British Asian model’s journey. The post The Challenges of Being...
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Has Skin Bleaching Gone Too Far?
Skin fairness has been a long established concern for people in South Asia where darker skin tones traditionally flourish. DESIblitz takes a look into the cultural politics behind skin bleaching. The...
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The Sex workers of Lahore’s Heera Mandi
Lahore’s red light district, Heera Mandi is full of cultural and historical significance that dates back to the Mughal Empire. Today, prostitutes and sex workers are rife. DESIblitz finds out more. The...
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Sex before Marriage still a Taboo?
Sex before marriage in modern day Britain isn't much of a taboo, but amongst the British South Asian communities there is still a huge stigma surrounding relationships and sexual intimacy before the...
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India turns its back on Gay Rights
In an unexpected turn, the Indian Supreme Court has criminalised gay sex in India. The decision is a reversal of the 2009 Delhi High Court ruling that made homosexual relations acceptable. We explore...
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Arjun & Alison a British Asian thriller
Revenge thriller, Arjun & Alison revolves around a topic which has been predominant for centuries – racism. Director Sidharth Sharma takes a British Asian spin on this sensitive issue. The post...
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Footballer and Sports Therapist Saddiqa Shan
Saddiqa Shan is a talented footballer and sports therapist from Birmingham, U.K. Saddiqa also works as an Ambassador for Sporting Pathways, a scheme set up to promote and encourage more female...
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Include Me TOO highlights Asian Disability Stigma
Disability is a sensitive issue in the British Asian community, but should it be? DESIblitz talks to Parmi Dheensa about her son Callum and their journey with disability, and why they believe it must...
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Deepika Padukone speaks about battle with Depression
Deepika Padukone has spoken out about her experience of anxiety and depression. Her own experiences and the suicide of a close friend have inspired her to raise awareness of mental health issues. The...
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An STI Guide to help British Asians
Sexual diseases among British Asians are on the rise. DESIblitz explores the issues affecting sexual relationships and STI awareness in the Desi community. The post An STI Guide to help British Asians...
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Asian Sex Victims suffer more agrees Court
The UK Court of Appeal refuses to reduce a seven-year sentence for Jamal Muhammed Raheem Ul Nasir, who is found guilty of sexually abusing two Asian girls. The post Asian Sex Victims suffer more agrees...
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What does Sexuality mean to British Asians?
What does it mean to be straight, gay, bisexual, pansexual or transgender in the British Asian community? DESIblitz finds out if sexuality is still a taboo. The post What does Sexuality mean to British...
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How Marriages of Convenience hide Gay Truths
Matches are no longer made in heaven, or even on earth. 'Marriages of Convenience' are very popular in the gay community, DESIblitz delves into the phenomena behind these sham marriages. The post How...
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The Stigma of Sex and Disability among British Asians
What new found erogenous zones? Is there shame on the idea of sexual desires from someone with a disability? Are such old backdated stereotypes still rampant when discussing sex with British Asians...
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Coping with Divorce as a British Asian Woman
Can divorce have a silver lining and make women more valiant, or does it merely cripple self-esteem and attract defeatist attitudes from the community? The post Coping with Divorce as a British Asian...
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Suraiya Ali trolled on Twitter for having Body Hair
Suraiya Ali, a Desi American, has posted an image on Twitter showing off her body hair. She is now fighting backlash from social media trolls. DESIblitz has more. The post Suraiya Ali trolled on...
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Postnatal Depression Stigma in British Asians
Postnatal depression affects 10 out of 100 women giving birth, however in the South Asian community it is an experience tainted with stigma and shame. The post Postnatal Depression Stigma in British...
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Why Surrogacy in India is not Available to All
India is a popular destination for couples searching for surrogate mothers. We examine the cultural and social concerns surrounding surrogacy in India. The post Why Surrogacy in India is not Available...
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How Erectile Dysfunction affects Women
The effect of Erectile Dysfunction on women is rarely looked at. DESIblitz explores Superdrug's groundbreaking report which examines erectile dysfunction. The post How Erectile Dysfunction affects...
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