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Body positivity faces tough challenges in Asia

Michael Wetzel | Bettina Thoma-Schade
May 13, 2025

The body positivity movement has become increasingly popular in Asia in recent
years. How can a positive view of all bodie be promoted? Three Asian women talk about their relationship to their bodies.

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HER - Women in Asia

A series that tells the stories of women from Asia who are breaking stereotypes and voicing their opinions loud and clear. In each episode, three women share their perspectives on universal and existential topics.

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