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Here’s What Trigger Warnings Are – And What They’re Not
Are trigger warnings part of a conspiracy to limit free speech? Let’s debunk myths like this one with this illuminating info on what trigger warnings really mean.
Read MoreWhy Trigger Warnings Matter – Your Objections Answered
Are trigger warnings like censorship? Do they cause more harm than good? Is it your responsibility to avoid something that bothers you? This comic answers these questions and more.
Read MoreWhat the Myth of ‘Oversensitive Students’ Gets Wrong About Trigger Warnings
“There are no simple fixes here.” If you’re against trigger warnings in colleges, you need to read this teacher’s rejection of the myth of “oversensitive students.”
Read MoreWhen You Oppose Trigger Warnings, You’re Really Saying These 8 Things
Whether you think it’s deserving or not, there’s a huge debate over content warnings. And if you’re against them, you need to read this one.
Read MoreHow the Trigger Warning Debate Exposes Our F*cked Up Views on Mental Illness
Do you agree with the University of Chicago dean about trigger warnings? These attitudes reveal that we need urgent changes in our approach to mental health.
Read MoreWhat, Why, When, Where, and How?: 5 Common Questions About Trigger Warnings Answered
If you’re at all involved with online social justice, you’ve probably encountered trigger warnings — and you’ve also probably seen some confusion about (and even push back against) them. Are they patronizing? Are they helpful? How do we use them? And what exactly ARE they? Here’s a primer on why, when, and where they can (and in some cases, should) be used.
Read MoreNot Sure What People Mean By ‘Triggering?’ This Article Is Your One-Stop 101
We thought we knew most there was to know about triggering, but even we learned a few new things in this great 101.
Read MoreA Call to Men
(Trigger warning: Rape) Check out this TED Talk by activist Tony Porter about how the expectations of masculinity and restrictive gender roles lead to disrespect of and violence against women. He shares powerful stories from different points in his life and encourages men to act outside of the narrow box that society places them in.
Read MoreThese 14 Sexual Assault Survivors Prove That It Can Happen to Anyone
(Trigger warning: victim-blaming, sexual assault, pedophilia, transphobia, rape.) As society slowly begins to recognize the pervasive problem of sexual violence, it is important to remember that this abuse can affect anyone. People of all ages, genders, races, sizes, and sexualities have survived this kind of violence. These photos show how widespread this violence is.
Read MoreThis Comic Is Way More Clever Than an Ironic Racist Joke
You know the ironic racist joke? The one that’s supposed to be edgy, acknowledging oppressive systems and stereotypes and going on to insult those harmed by them anyway? Here’s a much-needed response – a comic that dares to tell the truth about this type of joke, and obliterates the myth that those of us who don’t laugh at racist jokes don’t have a sense of humor.
Read More6 Things Women Are Tired of Encountering in the Media
Enough is enough. Here are six things so many women are tired of, but have to face daily through media, culture, and regular interactions. Irritated with being dismissed as nothing more than a sexual object, a pretty face, or a hysterical ball of emotions? We shouldn’t have to deal with this everyday misogyny, so check out this video and spread the word.
Read MoreThis is One of Those Stories We Don’t Just Tell for Fun
(Trigger Warning: Sexual Assault) You know how people sometimes play that “game” of trying to prove they have the most grief? As a survivor of sexual assault, this poet was wasn’t up for playing – but someone else carelessly threw her trauma into the ring. Here’s her stirring telling of the moment her story was taken from her – check it out and feel the power of taking your strength and story back.
Read MoreExposing 5 Sex Myths That Impact Your Choices as a Woman
Have gender stereotypes led you to have sex when you didn’t want to? Your sex life shouldn’t be defined by stereotypes. Understanding how culture influences our choices around sex can empower us to talk about our desires and needs openly and sincerely. This article will help you understand and feel empowered. Learn how myths can impact you — and what to do about it.
Read MoreBefore Anyone Messes With Her Family, She Has This to Say About Homophobia
You may be speechless after this heart-wrenching poem, but you’ll be glad this poet found her words. What’s it like when someone devalues your family in the name of family values? Find out as one woman tackles homophobia, shame, and a culture of violence to stand up for her future children and her right to love. (Trigger Warning)
Read MoreA Hilarious Peek into the Secrets of ‘Social Justice Warrior Training’
Have you ever been called a social justice warrior? This “leaked footage” from Franchesca Ramsey takes us through SJW training camp to show how absurd this “insult” really is.
Read MoreSh*t People Say to Autistic People
(Trigger Warning: Ableist language) “I’ve seen Rain Man.” “But there’s nothing wrong with you.” “Labels go on soup cans. Not people.” Don’t be this person. With this video, find out just how insensitive people can be when they talk about autism, and learn what not to say to avoid perpetuating harmful false beliefs. And if you’ve gotten these comments, get a good laugh and know that you’re not alone.
Read MoreHere’s What It’s Like to Be a Woman on YouTube
Love YouTube videos? You should know this about the women who make them: “I love making YouTube videos. I love making content that makes you laugh or think or see the world differently. I hate that my job comes with a daily dose of harassment.” In this video, these women share about the sexist, racist, and body-shaming comments that regularly slam their work. (Trigger Warning)
Read MoreWatch Feminists Read Mean Tweets About Themselves
(TW: threats of rape, violence, stalking.) If you aren’t a woman who’s vocal about feminist issues on the Internet, you may not be aware of how severely they are harassed. And plenty of people still deny that the issue is serious. Check out this video to see for yourself some of the hate-filled threats that women with opinions get on a day-to-day basis.
Read MoreI Confused Love and Abuse Until I Refused To Be a Casualty of His War
One of the most dangerous aspects of abusive relationships is that perpetrators convince their partners that the abuse is a sign of love. And that can be a difficult spell to break. This short film follows the story of a poet named Lucy who delivers a spoken word piece about the subtle ways that abuse began to dominate her relationship — and how she broke free.
Read MoreDenial
When I worked as a call girl, I relied on, and needed, denial to function in life. It was essential in order to work – to have sex with men and women I didn’t want to have sex with. That is what allowed me to do it without breaking, without falling apart, without realizing the hell in which I was living (Trigger Warning).
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