Today is International Women’s Day and this year’s theme is #BreakTheBias with marches scheduled across the globe – but none will compare to the 2017 Women’s March. Although flawed, its impact on society’s relationship to activism can still be seen today. With IMAGO’s photographers capturing the march from different corners of the world, we look back at the lessons learned in 2017.
All articles by Sofia Bergmann
Women’s Bundesliga on the Rise.
Examining the role of sports broadcasting in female football leagues, columnist Sofia Bergmann dissects what effect media support has within sport and its continued impact within gender inequality.
The side-effects of war: Behind the surging gas prices as Russia invades Ukraine
A recent investigation reveals how a diplomatic triangle between Russia, The United States and Saudi Arabia lies at the root of this spectacle, with Germany hesitantly showing its face from behind the previously-iron curtain with a new stance on the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline.
Afghan Stories: Afghanistan’s Female Athletes – what they accomplished over the last 20 years, and future prospects abroad.
Dissecting the role of Afghanistan women within sport and their homeland culture, Sofia Bergmann writes about their achievements so far and those that are yet to come. Winning something more than trophies - the freedom to be able to be a woman in professional sport.
A look back on the classic World Cup rivalry: Germany-Argentina
One Year to Qatar 2022: Kicking off our World Cup short series, columnist Sofia Bergmann delves into our archive and dissects the dichotomy between the two nations, their opposition and their history of world cup meets.
La Liga: All Time Top Five.
Narrowing it down to five is never easy but sports columnist, Sofia Bergmann has managed to. As part of an exciting, upcoming editorial project - take a sneak peak with this article from our writer and La Liga enthusiast.
Osaka and Williams shifting mental health in sports: impressions from photographers .
Examining the tennis icon, Serena Williams, in a new light and through the lens of the everchanging sporting mentality in recent events, Sofia Bergmann dissects the new layers in which Serena is to be considered iconic. Alongside a new generation of athletes including Naomi Osaka, sports culture is evolving and todays icons are not just based on matches won.
Pride: Profit or Purpose
As pride month comes to a close today, IMAGO Columnist Sofia Bergmann examines the position of Pride within cities around the world. Dissecting the dichotomy between cities that saw their annual parades return with a vengeance for celebration and recognition, juxtaposed with those met with harsher resistance and new laws actualized setting back LGBTQI+ rights, take a look at the intrinsic meaning of “Pride” from around the world.