Leah R. Kyaio, Author at Everyday Feminism

Here’s How You Can Be Unintentionally Racist – And How Allies Can Recover

By Leah R. Kyaio | April 10, 2016

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“How could I be a racist?” Maybe you can relate to this author – and you’ve been called out for racism when you didn’t think you were being racist. Here’s why oppression is about a system – not just your intentions.

The Curse of Internalized Misogyny and Self-Sabotage – And How I’m Learning to Challenge It

By Leah R. Kyaio | January 31, 2016

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If you’re a woman, you probably know misogyny doesn’t only come from men. You can be treated like you’re not “good enough” even by other women – and yourself. Here’s one woman’s story of making a change.

Still Think White Privilege Isn’t Real? These 6 Lessons Will Erase All Doubt

By Leah R. Kyaio | October 13, 2015

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This author wasn’t always aware of how she benefitted from being perceived as white – but she’s sharing the disturbing experiences that led her to realize just how harrowing the forces behind white privilege are.