Posts Tagged ‘Gender’
Men Reveal Insecurities in Their Masculinity That We’ve Been Taught to Ignore
“I’ve always felt like a man, but I’m not sure I’ve always been like a ‘manly man.’” These testimonies are so moving – and so necessary.
Read MoreThink Bisexual People Have Straight Passing Privilege? Here’s Why You’re Mistaken
Do bisexual people have “passing privilege” if they’re perceived as straight? You might think so, but this comic shows why that’s a harmful assumption to make.
Read MoreWhy ‘Having It All’ Actually Kinda Sucks for Women
“Instead of changing the systems, we tell women to lean in.” People are getting the idea of women being “empowered” to have both careers and kids all wrong, so here’s what needs to change.
Read More4 Misleading Assumptions Keeping Black Girls From Getting Mental Health Care
Assumption #1: “Black girls have thicker skins.” It’s not only stigma or insurance keeping Black girls from mental health care – these myths are too common, and you may be falling for them.
Read MoreNot Everyone’s as Ripped as Ken – Why These Toys Need a Body Image Makeover
Barbie’s updated to show girls they don’t have to be white and thin – but what about toys created with boys in mind? Here’s why they need healthier body image, too.
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