Posts by Melissa A. Fabello
Yes, Very Skinny Women Still Have Thin Privilege – Here’s Why
Are you being oppressed if people say you need to “eat a cheeseburger” because you’re thin? Yes – but it’s more complicated than saying thin privilege doesn’t exist.
Read MoreYes, You Still Have Thin Privilege If You ‘Worked For’ Your Body – Here’s Why
Many forms of privilege are based on things you’re born with – so if you’ve “worked for” your body, does thin privilege still count? Here’s how it works.
Read More5 Things Your Activist Friend Wants You to Stop Doing (Because You’re Wearing Us Out)
“I’m a human being – not a Wikipedia page.” Next time you want to hit up your activist friend for a favor, consider these things first.
Read MoreDear Men: This Is How You Should Be Approaching a Woman on the Street
Your 7-step guide to going from sleazy street harasser to respectful conversationalist.
Read More4 Things We’re Not Saying When We Say ‘Thin Privilege’
“We’re not saying it’s okay to be skinny-shamed.” Do you have objections to the concept of thin privilege? You might be misinterpreting the message, so here’s some clarity on what thin privilege is really about.
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