Since its inception in 1999, Kiwibox and its users have seen a lot of history in the making. Each year, new issues and events sparked debate among us, sometimes even fear. See what kiwis cared about through out the years...
Hate in schools has always been an issue. In the year of the Columbine shootings, one kiwi reporter brought up the issue of violence among our high schools. With the more recent occurrences at Virginia Tech, this issue still sadly rings true. 1999 Article
Even before the model restrictions on weight all along the runways of Europe, Kiwibox asked the question "Is Skinny Pretty?" Sparking some debate, the accepted "ideal" body standard for our country is near impossible for most normal women to achieve--there are only so many ways you can force yourself to be 5'7. Read this 2000 article where one author notes that really it is confidence that is key. 2000 Article
9/11-- it is the one day that we will never forget and never should. We all have had our own personal experiences on that fateful day, and the author of this 2001 article is no different. Read her recollection and let the memory of all those who perished live on forever. 2001 Article
It is a part of life that no one should have to experience, and despite the fact we have come a long way from the days of segregation, this 2002 article shows us that some of those racist ideals have unfortunately not been lost. 2002 Article
Mr. Bush has caused a bit of controversy since he first entered office to say the very least. Whether you love him or hate him, the fact that his presidency and his actions have been spot light issues for some time is undeniable. Kiwis cared and were affected by this issue as well. Read this 2003 look back at his state of the union address to see how past viewers responded to his actions. 2003 Article
Hate in schools has always been an issue. In the year of the Columbine shootings, one kiwi reporter brought up the issue of violence among our high schools. With the more recent occurrences at Virginia Tech, this issue still sadly rings true. 1999 Article
Even before the model restrictions on weight all along the runways of Europe, Kiwibox asked the question "Is Skinny Pretty?" Sparking some debate, the accepted "ideal" body standard for our country is near impossible for most normal women to achieve--there are only so many ways you can force yourself to be 5'7. Read this 2000 article where one author notes that really it is confidence that is key. 2000 Article
9/11-- it is the one day that we will never forget and never should. We all have had our own personal experiences on that fateful day, and the author of this 2001 article is no different. Read her recollection and let the memory of all those who perished live on forever. 2001 Article
It is a part of life that no one should have to experience, and despite the fact we have come a long way from the days of segregation, this 2002 article shows us that some of those racist ideals have unfortunately not been lost. 2002 Article
Mr. Bush has caused a bit of controversy since he first entered office to say the very least. Whether you love him or hate him, the fact that his presidency and his actions have been spot light issues for some time is undeniable. Kiwis cared and were affected by this issue as well. Read this 2003 look back at his state of the union address to see how past viewers responded to his actions. 2003 Article
