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We Need To Rethink The Term ‘South Asian’ — Here’s Why
For the more structurally privileged amongst us especially, we really need to stop using our Brownness as a shield to deflect from recognizing our privileges.
Read More8 Signs Your Yoga Practice Is Culturally Appropriated – And Why It Matters
You’re not trying to be hurtful with your yoga practice. But this guide shows how you can cause harm through cultural appropriation – and what to do instead.
Read More5 Ways to Fight Oppression and Create Harmony Between Different Cultures
Animosity over cultural differences can lead to anything from bully and stereotyping, to war and genocide. But it doesn’t have to be that way. We take in prejudice slowly and silently through socialization. But because we learn prejudice, we can also unlearn it. Here are a few ways you can fight oppression and practice communal harmony in your everyday life.
Read MoreHow South Asians Can Practice ‘Selfish Solidarity’ in the Movement for Black Lives
Where’s the entry point for non-Black South Asians and people of color to fight against anti-Black police violence? This author proposes a “selfish solidarity” in this moving piece.
Read MoreComing Out as Genderqueer Non-Binary (Outside Of and Within the Queer Community)
“Are you a boy or a girl?” For many of us, there’s no simple way to explain our gender – and that can be a difficult and lonely place to be. Read this author’s moving coming out story to see how anyone is capable of making assumptions about gender that are limiting and invalidating. Have you made those assumptions? Read on to expand your thinking.
Read More10 Misconceptions Every Trans Ally Needs to Understand
You may think you’ve got the basics down – but these myths are common even among well-meaning allies. So make sure you know the truth.
Read MoreGrowing Up Dark-Skinned in a Color-Conscious India
People in India fall within a broad color range – and colorism has created a hierarchy of beauty. These are the struggles this author has had to push through.
Read MoreIs ‘Bitch’ an Example of Internalized Sexism?
Some detrimental cultural ideals run so deep that no one even questions whether they might operate as support beams of status quo oppression. Let’s take the word “bitch” for example. As an exercise in identifying some potentially hibernating connotations that can perpetuate harmful gender stereotypes, here are a few common uses of the word “bitch” and their problematic subtexts.
Read More4 Ways to Stay Grounded After the Election
Our fear after Donald Trump’s election is valid – but how can we keep it from getting overwhelming? These self-care ideas can help.
Read MoreWhat #BlackLivesMatter Is Actually Asking For – And Why It Benefits You, Too
Still don’t get the need for #BlackLivesMatter? Here’s how to move into action and solidarity, with an answer to the question on many peoples’ minds: “So, Black Lives Matter…now what?”
Read MoreHere Are the Real Reasons Why We White People Struggle to Admit That Racism Still Exists
For some of us, it’s baffling when white people accuse us of “making everything about race.” Here’s the root of that reaction – and why putting down those defensive walls means powerful growth and transformation.
Read More4 Ways Indian Culture Sends Its Young Women Toxic Messages – And How We Can Stand Up to Them
The number one question the patriarchy is asking is: “How do we make women feel less-than, now that they think they’re enough?” And, often, patriarchy finds ways to do so. This article addresses four ways that Indian culture in particular works to stifle women’s liberation, as well as this author’s suggestions for how to push back against it and stand up for yourself.
Read MoreThe White Feminism of the Women’s March Is Still on My Mind
Originally published on Medium and republished here with permission. More than two months after the January 21 Women’s March on Washington, I’m as ready as I’ll ever be to unpack my thoughts on the ripple effect of the march. And, although there is a litany of elucidating articles and posts on social media written on…
Read More6 Important Reasons Food Is a Political Issue
There’s a good chance that even your friends who are foodies or vegans haven’t thought all of this through. Find out why it’s more than “just food.”
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