Feminism 101 Articles

This Is Not “Female Privilege” — This Is Misogyny

40 Things That Don’t Actually Make You Closed-Minded

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10 Examples of Straight Privilege

Media Literacy 101

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My Feminism Is Black, Intersectional, and Womanist – And I Refuse to Be Left Out of the Movement

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5 Alternatives to Taking Your Spouse’s Last Name

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5 Ways You Can Be an Activist Without Hitting the Streets

4 Lies About School Dress Codes That Cover Up Their Oppressive Effects

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6 Signs Your Call-Out Isn’t Actually About Accountability

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12 Ways Parents Can Teach Their Children Consent

4 Irresponsible Ways Society Treats Aging – And What to Do About It

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A Letter to Young Feminists Who Date Trump Supporters

What Has Feminism Accomplished?

5 Important Issues Left Out of the Street Harassment Conversation

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5 Great Ways to Practice Loving Accountability

6 Important Reasons Food Is a Political Issue

On ‘Choice’ Feminism and Internalized Misogyny: Why We Participate in Patriarchal Oppression

I’ll Get Married When (And If) I Want To: 6 Reasons to Stop Asking Women When They’re Tying the Knot

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5 Ways to Deal with Misguided (But Well-Intentioned) Allies

7 Harmful Ways Parents Often Wield Adultism Against Their Kids

Why Street Harassment Sucks, and What We Can Do About It

Marriage Institutions Aren’t Just Sexist — They’re Ableist And Disrespectful To People With Disabilities

Why Reverse Oppression Simply Cannot Exist (No Matter What Merriam-Webster Says)

There Is No ‘Real’ Feminist: Why You Can Be One Anyway

Intent vs. Impact: Why Your Intentions Don’t Really Matter

Why Era-Themed Parties Can Be Awkward for People of Color

5 Tips for Being a Proactive Ally

Women Deserve Better

Dear Men Who Wish to Be Allies to Women: 12 Things You Need to Know

8 Ways to Rock Your Style Without Destroying the Environment