The rise of far-right views among young men is a global trend that is difficult to overlook today. But how does the rise of these ideals affect their female peers? This report focuses on a movement of women who have taken decisive action against male toxicity in their personal lives, with a particular focus on the recent spread of this lifestyle to the Western world.
by Klára Jandečková
first published by revue Prostor under the title Čtyřikrát ne: Ženská revolta proti manosféře
Slovácko is often portrayed as the heart of folklore, wine, and tradition. Somewhere between folk songs, maypole building, and strictly defined roles for women and men, there is a space where young queer people negotiate their identities and discover their own relationships to traditions without completely submitting to them. How do they do this and what obstacles do they face? Instead of jumping to conclusions, let's take a look at Slovácko from a queer perspective.
by Klára Pukovcová
first published by revue Prostor under the title Queer Slovácko sa nesúdí
Artemis Akbary is the voice of the Afghan LGBTQI+ community, which faces persecution, discrimination, and danger. From the Czech Republic, he leads the Afghan LGBT (ALO) organization and fights for the rights of people seeking safety far from home through international organizations. He offers insight into the challenges faced by LGBTQI+ refugees and her vision for the future of a community that often remains overlooked.
by Tomáš Herzán
first published by revue Prostor under the title Boj Artemise Akbaryho za afghánské LGBTQI+ uprchlictvo
Sára Prostějovská's reportage explores three cultural spaces in the capital city that are connected not only by music but also by their work with the community. How has the post-COVID period affected Petrohradská, Punctum, and Bike Jesus in Prague? Why are community-oriented places important, and how can they be preserved?
by Sára Prostějovská
first published by revue Prostor under the title Křehké podloží kulturní a klubové scény. Hledání soudržnosti v časech nejistoty
Dating in a small town has its own peculiarities. Everyone knows everyone else, there are significantly fewer fish in the sea, and Tinder is sometimes more frustrating than helpful. What is it like to look for love in Kutná Hora, a town with 20, 000 inhabitants, where no one can hide from anyone else? The view of St. Barbara's Cathedral promises romance, but also curious glances from the locals. Privacy is more valuable than silver here.
by Kristýna Zinková
first published by revue Prostor under the title Rande na maloměstě
The history of misogynistic patriarchy from prehistoric times to the 2000s. The "manosphere" encompasses a vast array of opinions. If there is anything that unites them, apart from their tendency toward right-wing conservatism and the promotion of "traditional" masculinity, it is their unabashed hatred of women, especially those who rebel against their historically inferior status and do not completely submit to their "masters." Where does this misogyny come from?"
by Petr Uram
first published by revue Prostor under the title Stručné dějiny manosféry
The text provides sharp criticism of the new bus station in Bratislava. But it also critiques the privatization of public space and the influence of the unregulated real estate market on construction. This case study illustrates the phenomenon of "loss of place, " where profit maximization overrides comprehensive urban planning and the creation of meaningful communal centers, representing issues common to cities dealing with uncontrolled development and the negative consequences of certain international trends in multifunctional station design.
by Jakub Huba
first published by Kapitál under the title Biblia pre bohatých
Monika Matějková describes the issue of the so-called gender health gap in public health, which affects "everyone" only seemingly.
by Monika Matějková
first published by revue Prostor under the title Veřejná těla, neveřejné zdravotnictví: o genderové nerovnosti v oblasti lékařské péče
Without language, human society would be unthinkable. It serves not only for communication, but also for maintaining power relations. The stereotype of "true masculinity" poses an extraordinary danger, the extreme consequence of which is femicide shootings in schools. The shooting at Charles University showed how we are unable to formulate the necessary preventive measures. Yet more inclusive language would benefit us all.
by Jana Valdrová
first published by revue Prostor under the title Jazyk jako bezpečný prostor
Even free education costs something. You don't have to be from a socially disadvantaged background to worry about paying rent in a university town. A large proportion of students take on part-time jobs alongside their studies, and the stress of exams is compounded by worries about how to manage everything, not to mention neglecting their social life. To what extent is it still worth it, and when is it necessary to protect your mental health?
by Aneta Lakomá
first published by revue Prostor under the title „Psala jsem seminárku při obědové pauze.“ Když na studium nejsou peníze a na práci není čas
"For the homeland – always ready." Until recently, this fascist salute from the Croatian regime during World War II was just a phrase from my history textbooks. I never expected to encounter this equivalent of the Nazi "Sieg Heil" so frequently on the streets of the Croatian capital, or to face the growing fascism of local society during my visit to an anarchist squat in Zagreb.
by Jiří Šumný
first published by revue Prostor under the title Záhřebská utopie se nekoná. Jedinou možností je trpělivý každodenní vzdor
Young men from patriarchal privileged positions observe that there are quite a lot of girls at university faculties, but for some reason they are unable to approach them. It is no longer enough to go to work and brush your teeth. Some think that working out at the gym will solve the problem, but unfortunately, misogyny cannot be washed away with sweat.
by Marie Račáková
first published by revue Prostor under the title Nepočítáme ovečky, ale červené vlaječky: mizogynie versus romance v generaci Z
In this piece, sociologist Gražina Bielousova offers a candid testimony about the violence she has endured since childhood. At the same time, it is a broader reflection on the violence that permeates different groups within our society.
by Gražina Bielousova
first published by NARA under the title Už vieną muštą: asmeninė smurto istorija
For two years now, camouflage nets for the Ukrainian army have been regularly knitted at the Brno Market Hall. Dozens of volunteers are involved in the work—students, workers, and people who have lost their homes themselves. Emma Novotná reports on people for whom knitting is not only a way to help defenders, but also a way to keep their community together far from home.
by Emma Novotná
first published by revue Prostor under the title Jak ukrajinská komunita na brněnské Tržnici podporuje obránce zpět doma
Introduced in 2012 as a ‘humane’ alternative to prison sentencing, the use of electronic monitoring has become widespread in Lithuania. But for young people like Jonas, the ‘ankle bracelet’ is a reminder to society that he is someone to fear.
Our reporter Tobiáš Wagner visited one of the occupied universities in Serbia. How does student self-government work? How are those in power responding to the long-term protests? And is the question really not whether the regime will fall, but when?
by Tobiáš Wagner
first published by revue Prostor under the title Reportáž ze srbských protestů: Anatomie protestu
The polarization of society. I often think about it. I see it as the biggest problem of our time. I am not a sociologist or a philosopher. I make a living as a programmer and also shoot videos for my YouTube channel, "V Tranzu." There are interviews with trans* people about their lives... I am a trans woman myself.
by Lenka Králová
first published by revue Prostor under the title Trans* lidé nejsou jen vděčné mediální téma
So what should we call them? My fellow journalist turned to me in utter amazement when I gently pointed out that he shouldn't be the one to publicly call people with different opinions „wrecked“. Journalist Apolena Rychlíková and her manifesto of radical honesty for issue 123 of Revue Prostor.
by Apolena Rychlíková
first published by revue Prostor under the title Do not liberate me. I will do it myself.
Some experts agree with the protesting Serbs that it is not a question of whether the regime will fall, but when. Authoritarian President Aleksandar Vučić has no plans to step down, despite massive demonstrations. Some fear a Belarusian scenario, but so far we have not seen any images of the army in the streets. The ruling SNS party is stalling and, in an attempt to show its strength, has called a rally of supporters in Belgrade on 12 April.
by Tobiáš Wagner
first published by revue Prostor under the title Anatomie protestu II: „Tohle je poslední šance pro Srbsko“
Anti-government protests have been shaking Serbia for almost eight months now, and so far, they show no signs of losing momentum. After a demonstration in the capital, there were violent clashes with the police and arrests. Participants barricaded major transport routes in Belgrade and other cities and are demanding early elections. It all started with students who went on strike and have been blocking Serbian universities since autumn. How did protesting become the main focus of their lives?
by Tobiáš Wagner
first published by revue Prostor under the title Anatomie protestu I: Jak se studenti snaží změnit Srbsko
What personally annoys or triggers you from the polarizing topics in your society? What do you think should annoy your fellow citizens the most? In other words, what is really important and is being overlooked?
first published by Revue Prostor under the title „Lidi se*ou lidi“ aneb polarizace
Are we witnessing the end of the humanities and social sciences? In recent decades, not only has the world around us changed rapidly, but so too have the demands placed on science and higher education institutions. So, what does work at higher education institutions look like? How is science evaluated, and what is the role of universities in society?
by Monika Brenišínová, Nina Wanča
first published by revue Prostor under the title 1/3 Rozpad společnosti a vláda scientizmu: Jsme svědky konce humanitních a společenských věd?
How to reconcile education, science and the third role of universities? This text deals with the work of university teaching staff, specifically two of the three basic activities: education and research. University teaching is not a secondary activity, as it may have seemed in recent years, but the very core of the academic profession.
by Monika Brenišínová, Nina Wanča
first published by revue Prostor under the title 2/3 Rozpad společnosti a vláda scientizmu: Jak skloubit vzdělávání, vědu a třetí roli univerzit?
Universities are not detached from reality. As a publicly funded institution of higher education, we are accountable to society. Those working at universities should not only be top scientists and teachers, but should also be able to communicate with the public, popularise their research and present it in an entertaining way to show that universities are not there for themselves, but for the public.
by Monika Brenišínová, Nina Wanča
first published by revue Prostor under the title 3/3 Rozpad společnosti a vláda scientizmu: Třetí role univerzit vrací poznání zpět k lidem
When I asked my peers what they considered to be the biggest problem in their lives, I received a unanimous answer: romantic relationships. Whether they are currently in a relationship or single, they almost uniformly talk about the complexity of finding a suitable partner who is serious about them. In their experience so far, there is usually one or more relationships that can be described as a situationship.
by Anna Kubínová
first published by revue Prostor under the title Necítíš to? Tak to řekni. Fenomén přechodných vztahů
If we want to be linguistically precise, we must perceive polarisation as a metaphor that allows us to understand the world around us and give structure to our insights into what is happening and where we are headed. Like any metaphor, this one is not and cannot be strictly true or false. It can be more or less accurate, more or less clearly defined, misleading, but also deceptive—all depending on how we grasp it and how we work with it.
by Matej Cíbik
first published by revue Prostor under the title Jak přemýšlet o polarizaci
A report from Saturday's protest Prague is feminist, which blocked the path of the „Movement pro Life“ parade. An evaluation of the event and a short interview were provided by Amnesty International's Activism Coordinator Žaneta Sladká.
by Laura Vassileva
first published by revue Prostor under the title Reportáž z protestu Praha je feministická
Protests and opposition to the rule of current President Erdogan continue in Istanbul. How do local students, who have been at the forefront from the beginning, view the current situation?
by Laura Vassileva
first published by revue Prostor under the title Reportáž z protestů v Istanbulu (část 2.)
How do wars change our sense of belonging, increasing radicalization, destructive polarization and dehumanization? This article shows how collective memory and traumatic experiences shape our identity and where to look for hope for dialogue.
Israelis have been demonstrating against the current government and its efforts to weaken democratic institutions for more than three years. More and more demonstrators are also drawing attention to the suffering of Palestinian civilians in Gaza. The demonstrations in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and other cities reflect growing public dissatisfaction with the ongoing conflict and express solidarity with Palestinian civilians.
first published by revue Prostor under the title Reportáž z protestů v Izraeli
The Hungarian parliament passed an amendment restricting the rights of LGBT+ people, with 140 MPs voting in favor and only 21 against. Opposition to the amendment has driven thousands of protesters into the streets of Budapest.
by Laura Vassileva and Tobiáš Wagner
first published by revue Prostor under the title Reportáž z protestů v Budapešti
For a month now, the streets, universities, public transport and consumer markets in Istanbul and other Turkish cities have been filled with acts of civil disobedience. Under the auspices of the Republican People's Party (CHP) and with the support of hundreds of thousands of people across generations and social classes, protests have erupted, which have not only a political charge but also an undertone of a deeper existential anxiety about the state of the republic.
by Laura Vassileva
first published by revue Prostor under the title Reportáž z protestů v Istanbulu (část 1.)
How do you build an LGBTQ+ community in a country where it seems to be invisible? How can the situation be improved? We talked about all this and more with Gulya Sultanova, co-founder of Q-space.
The targeting of immigrants is not only a phenomenon of the majority society, but often also of the migrants themselves. In their search for their place in society, immigrants often encounter the coldness of those who have already undergone integration. Does accepting the prejudices of a majority become the ticket to a ‘normal’ life? Politicians, the media and society all play a part in this. Why do those who should be closest to each other define themselves against each other?
by Roman Berežanský
first published by revue Prostor under the title Přistěhovalecký odpor k migraci. Proč se vůči sobě vymezují ti, kteří by si měli být nejblíž?
Boskovice is situated forty kilometres north of Brno. The investigative local newspaper Ohlasy is published here, which is almost a rarity in today's Czech media landscape. ‘Local newspapers face similar problems to large, national newspapers, but they have far fewer resources to respond to these problems. The result is a so-called media desert, ’ says Tomáš Trumpeš, editor at “Ohlasy”.
by Tomáš Trumpeš
first published by JÁDU V regionu vstupujete na mediální poušť
Listen to selected documentaries from Vilnius University’s audio storytelling course. These student works explore a wide range of topics – from HIV testing in Prienai and new ways to fight addiction, to stories of aging, Soviet memories, struggling rural healthcare, and a disappearing village in Samogitia.
by Karolis Vyšniauskas
first published by NARA under the title Matyti Lietuvą platesnę. Šešios garso istorijos
The European Union (EU) has positioned itself, since its inception, as a stronghold of liberal democracy, social equality, and integrative policies. However, in recent years, the alarming rise in the popularity of right-wing parties has intensified.
by Polina Bargan
first published by NARVAMUS under the title Европа голосует против себя: что стоит за популярностью правых партий?
For most of us, home is a place where we take off our shoes, where we are safe, where we go to lock ourselves away from the world. For these people, it's more of a state of mind. It's where they have a moment's peace and hope that they won't have to return to the places they came from. They are fleeing their "homes" where they have been abused, humiliated, and even wanted to kill.
by Václav Lang
first published by revue Prostor under the title Domov je tam, kde tě chtějí zabít. Příběhy migrantů, jimž zbyla jen víra vTrumpa (1. část)
(TIJUANA) It's Sunday morning, less than a day until Trump's inauguration. The city is freezing, but the sun is already rising above the horizon, sending warm rays down on the Babyloons. We climb the hills far from downtown and the border, and taxi driver Miguel confides that his brother worked as a "coyote" many years ago. There's no other way to refer to the local smugglers.
by Václav Lang
first published by revue Prostor under the title Domov je tam, kde tě chtějí zabít. Příběhy migrantů, jimž zbyla jen víra vTrumpa (2. část)
An article about relationships established through AI chats. Often it is pointed to relationships where a man seeks (heteronormatively) female chats. David Laufer's article reports on the opposite situation. But in the flood of headlines about virtual girlfriends, it's easy to lose the other side of the coin - the one for which we don't have such an established idea, science fiction images or literature in our culture. What about AI partners?
by David Laufer
first published by revue Prostor under the title AI přítelkyně? Aco AI přítel! Toxičtí mafiáni asurovci sklízí miliony interak
The article reflects on the current state of the Visegrad Four, with the author criticising the departure from the original ideals of cooperation. It focuses on the rise of nationalist tendencies and the lack of solidarity in the region, illustrating this with the example of attitudes towards Ukrainian refugees and Robert Fico's meeting with Vladimir Putin.
by Apolena Rychlíková
first published by Kapitál under the title Toužení po Visegrádu
Homelessness is most often associated with the image of a man lying on a bench with a bottle in his hand. But what other forms can it take? In what ways does the absence of a home inscribe itself in our lives, our ability to form relationships and social integration, the conditions needed to deal with this problem? This deeply personal account turns conventional ideas about homelessness upside down. Is it most often caused by relational trauma?
by Maja Rysová
first published by revue Prostor under the title Rubínové střevíce nestačí. Absence domova jako základní příčina začarovaného kruhu traumatu
„We were born here, we grew up here, we study, we work, we raise our children. Most of us are planning our future here. We are part of Czech society, but we have dark skin. According to the SPD and its supporters, we are a risk. We are alone in our struggle to convince the public that we are not.“ On racism in Czech politics and the reactions of the Czech public from the perspective of a "dark-skinned" author.
by Natálie Sousa
first published by revue Prostor under the title Můžeme to dotáhnout dál než na nenávistný plakát? Kampaň SPD ukázala, že většině Čechů je rasizmus jedno
A personal testimony of a young woman who is half Muslim and half Jewish, living in Europe. A text reflecting on the question of what her identity actually is, on Islamophobia linked to the migrant crisis and the ever-present anti-Semitism. It asks how identity is formed, to what extent it is chosen, and to what extent it is a projection of those around her, such as family, friends and the foreign public.
by Melika Yildiz
first published by revue Prostor under the title Ve svitu hvězdy apůlměsíce
In February 2023, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenbergpledgedcontinued support for Ukraine “for as long as it takes.” At the time, Norwegian director Tommy Gulliksen had already been working for a month onFacing War, a political documentary about Stoltenberg’s role in preserving the unity of the alliance. On the NARA podcast, Tommy reflects on the fast-paced production process and NATO’s role in 2025.
