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Yes, I Chose to Be Queer – I Was Not Born This Way, And Here’s Why That’s Okay
“Being gay is not a choice.” It’s a common refrain in support of LGBTQIA+ rights – but what is it really saying about queer identity? This insightful perspective might surprise you.
Read More5 Really Important Reasons to Stop Dismissing Online Activism
Have you ever dismissed online activism as ineffective “slacktivism?” Online activism isn’t perfect – but here’s what you’re missing if you think it’s not “real” activism.
Read More6 Struggles of Being Unapologetically Black in a Professional Environment
Raven-Symoné got a lot of attention for her recent comments on “ghetto” names. And names are just one of the ways workplace norms can exclude black people. Are any of these familiar to you?
Read More7 Ways to Practice Consent Outside of the Bedroom
When we hear the word “consent,” we usually think of sexual consent. But this author’s got some great points about why we need to practice better consent in other situations – and how to practice it well.
Read More6 Steps Towards Whole-Heartedly Loving Yourself as a Feminine Gay Man
This author once believed the toxic messages that feminine gay men are undesirable and unlovable. These strategies helped him love himself – and they can remind you that you’re worth loving, too.
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