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When Amy arrived at college, she hardly identified as a feminist. Conversely, when Erin arrived at college, she was already a full-fledged feminist activist. Now Amy and Erin are both in college – one conservative and one liberal – and they see the need for some advice on how to be a collegiate feminist activist, regardless of your environment. This article is it.

Revenge porn – never heard of it? This new internet craze, specifically focused on women, occurs when a person shares a sexual or nude photo or video with a partner or hookup who later decides to make the private photo public. And in most places, it’s perfectly legal. So what can be done in these types of situations? Let’s look at the options we have.

One-in-three adolescents in the United States is a victim of abuse at the hands of an intimate partner. This isn’t just kids being kids. This is people who are coming of age accepting abuse as normal, paving the way for a lifetime of danger. But before we can see a change, we need to see a problem. And because teen dating violence has been so normalized, we really need to start at the basics.

The grim reality is that at least 1 in 4 college women are survivors of sexual violence, and our institutions are not doing enough to stem this terrible tide. It is time that more of us join these committed activists in transforming the culture and climate of our college and university campuses. Whether you’re a parent, a student, or alumni, here are a few ways that you help.

Why did this group of disabled people risk their safety for fellow Americans, most of whom would be quick to erase and invisibilize them?

Gender identity is a deeply personal issue that many people still have trouble understanding and respecting. Unlearning restrictive binary genders is a process, but one that is well worth the effort. This comic highlights the importance of looking past restrictive ideas of gender and embracing the idea that every identity is ‘real’ and deserves to…

Do you know how to explain the difference between prejudice, discrimination, and oppression? Here’s a great explanation – with strategies for how to make a change!

How can you tell if a friendship or relationship is toxic – and what can you do about it? These steps might give you a good start.

Ever thought about how the US education system adds to stigma against mental illness and disability? Here are some ideas for what to do about it.

“You’re not a victim. You’re a survivor.” You may have said this to someone who was sexually assaulted – until recently, this author did, too. Here’s what changed her mind.

This shows just how much gender-based violence is ignored and even encouraged every day. How many chances to intervene in rape culture can you point out here?

Do you know what it means to be born intersex? The experiences and lives of intersex people are diverse, but here are some lessons this author has learned that everyone should know about.

There’s a whole lot of lingo in social justice circles these days – and if you don’t know all the vocab, you might feel out of the loop. Here’s Marina Watanabe with a handy guide to the basic terminology of feminism.

“What has feminism actually accomplished?” We get this question from skeptics a lot. Here’s Cristen Conger with some notable feminist achievements from the last few years. What would you add to the list?

There’s a misconception that abusive partners always use physical violence, which can make it hard to tell if your partner’s abusive. This comic can help you figure out what’s happening and what to do next.

When it comes to this subject, most people talk about abortion laws. But did you know we have much more to fight for to support all of our reproductive rights?

Check out this super cute comic to make sure you’re not perpetuating any anti-trans patterns. And have a great date!

Can you guess what Marina found out about the early days of rape culture? You may be surprised by how long it’s been around.

We all need to pause and read this comic before using the dictionary definition of racism in an argument. While dictionaries are supposedly authorities on how we speak, they reflect the opinions of some people while excluding many more. Check out this comic to find out about the biased history of the dictionary, and learn a more useful approach to language.

So you’ve figured out that you’re polyamorous. Awesome! But you’re also currently in a monogamous relationship. Uh-oh. Entering into a polyamorous relationship from a previously monogamous one can take work – but not only is it not impossible. It also can lead to healthier, more fulfilling relationships! Check out this comic to learn how to talk to your partner about your polyamory.