Marchers at Reclaim the Night 2024 use art to fight for female safety in the form of placards and signs, reminiscent of generations of women before them.

Social media has made social justice easier than ever, but has this come at the cost of meaningful action?

From empowerment to activism: here’s everything we should be learning from Doon Mackichan’s appearance at Manchester Literature Festival

Just 55 shows into her record-breaking international stadium tour, Taylor Swift is bigger than ever. From sold-out shows, a recent re-recording project (Taylor’s Version), and politicised documentaries, we ask: what does it really mean to be a fan of the world’s biggest superstar?

From Minion suits to social movements, find out why fashion in politics has been making a statement for so long.

We could not let Death Drop: Back in the Habit end its run without interviewing its lead star, LoUis CYfer!

Reclaim the Night is a vital event but sometimes the language used surrounding it can have the opposite effect of its intent

Your time at university is the optimal time to explore your passions, take a stand, and work to improve and shape the world how you see fit. Student media alone won’t do all of that for you – but it just might help.

Sarah Taylor reviews Manchester Art Gallery’s retrospective exhibition on the life and works of prolific filmmaker, artist, and activist Derek Jarman.

Ava Innes takes a look at How to be an Antiracist, the bestselling work of MacArthur recipient Ibram X Kendi

The Mancunion’s Aasiyah Faryal sits down with NUS president Larissa Kennedy

Activism comes before appearance with this bold Manchester brand.

Head Theatre Editor Jay Darcy begins his influencer series by interviewing influencer, student, blogger, content creator, and mental health and queer activist, Max Hovey

Aimee Butler explains how Gen Z are more politically engaged than ever, and how they are using technology to make a difference

How angry students are making sure their voices are heard – and why it’s finally time for us to listen

Body positivity has had a massive boost from social media and big brands, but is there another way?

The International Olympic Committee claims that sport is neutral but that could not be further from the truth, argues Kate Jackson

Features Editor Felix Hanif-Banks talks to comedian Josie Long about staying optimistic in a troubled society

The conference aims to encourage young people to discuss how they can contribute to the UN’s plans for climate change

Victoria Evans highlights the positive activism of ‘Madlug’: a brand fighting to end the stigma many children in care experience