Archive for February 2016
A Guide for Straight and Cisgender Allies in LGBTQIA+ Spaces
Even among allies with good intentions, there are some oppressive habits that come up in LGBTQIA+ spaces. Here’s how you can have fun and support friends in queer spaces in a respectful way.
Read MoreSaying ‘Neckbeard’ Isn’t Hurtful in the Way You Think – Why We Need to Drop This Insult
Have you come across “neckbeard” as an insult? It conveys a common stereotype of a “fat loser living in his mom’s basement” – and this cartoon reveals why it has no part in the world we’re building as feminists.
Read More5 Problems with the Social Idea That ‘Women Are More Aesthetically Pleasing’
Is it human nature to think that “women are more aesthetically pleasing?” This author has an important point on why we need to question the widespread idea that women are more pleasant to look at.
Read MoreOne Man Learns Why ‘A World Without Black History’ Would Really Suck
It’d be awesome if someone like Franchesca Ramsey could appear with a reality check every time someone dismisses Black History Month. Here’s the next best thing – showing the vital contributions of Black Americans.
Read MoreThe Woke Black Person’s Guide to Talking About Oppression with Family
What happens when you’ve been immersed in anti-racism, and then you spend time with a family that’s not as engaged in social justice? Here are some tips for the best possible justice-centered conversations with your family.
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