Archive for January 2015
Unpacking the Public Bathroom Debate for Cis People: Why Bathroom Access Needs to Be Safe for People of All Genders
Can we all agree that bathroom access is a basic human right? This author unpacks the unfounded fears around making bathrooms safe for trans and gender non-conforming people.
Read MoreTransnational Feminism: Why Feminist Activism Needs to Think Globally
Have you ever had trouble finding the group within feminism that feels right for you? Most of us have multi-faceted identities, so as one uniform movement western feminism leaves many of us out. It’s time to learn about transnational feminism – what it is and what we can accomplish with it. Find out why we have to think globally to end systemic oppression.
Read MoreWhat’s It Like Dating a Feminist?
What’s it’s like to date a feminist? Here’s an honest interview with someone who knows: boyfriend of self-described part-time feminist vlogger, full-time sass machine Marina Watanabe. Even if you’re familiar with feminist dating, you’ll want to catch his hilarious answers to her hard-hitting questions and get a little more enlightened about everyday feminist life.
Read MoreTell Them The Truth: Empowering Our Children to Be Truth-Seekers
You want the best for your children. But with misinformation coming at them from TV commercials, skewed textbooks, and silenced teachers, how do you raise a confident child? One effective method is to empower them to seek the truth. Here are three ways this author has tried to empower her children to be truth-seekers.
Read MoreWhy Acknowledging That Racism Exists Isn’t the Same as Being Anti-Racist
You know what racism is. You acknowledge its existence. But do you know acknowledging racism isn’t the same as being anti-racist? Do you know why? This article shows how racism affects you even when you’re not aware of it. And it can help you figure out what to do about it, by defining racism and anti-racism and showing how most of us fall somewhere in between.
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