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I Let Him Pay for Dinner – Am I a Bad Feminist?
What’s the difference between liking sexist chivalry and enjoying being treated kindly? You don’t have to turn in your feminist card, but here’s how to tell if it’s harmful or not.
Read MoreHere’s What Happened When Teens Talked to This Degrassi Star About Feminism
Degrassi’s Adamo Ruggiero visits his old high school for an awesome conversation that makes grateful for today’s young feminists.
Read More12 Signs Your Date Is Sexist – Because ‘You’re Not Like Most Girls’ Is Not A Compliment
How do you look out for sexism when you’re dating? It can be hard to spot, so here are some subtle cues that may warn you to reconsider a next date with the person showing these signs.
Read More10 Personal Rights That I, As a Black, Non-Binary, Queer Person, Refuse to Compromise On
As a black, non-binary person, this author spends a lot of time reasserting their right to exist as they are. Here are some rights that are not up for debate – and that every ally and black, non-binary person should know.
Read More3 Ways Men Wanting to ‘Focus On Her Pleasure’ During Sex Can Still Be Sexist
Why would hearing a guy say “I love giving a woman pleasure!” make this author cringe? We’re all for women’s pleasure, but these are great points about how it can be sexist – and solid advice for you if this feels familiar.
Read MoreThese 5 Myths Might Be Holding You Back From Non-Binary Transition
Got questions about what it means to transition if you don’t identify as a woman or a man? The truth behind these common myths will give you some answers.
Read MoreWhy We Need Mental Healthcare Without Asexual Erasure – And How to Get There
If you’ve ever had a therapist like this one or been in her shoes, this can show you how to right the wrongs too many asexual people have to deal with.
Read MoreNeed Proof of Rape Culture? Here Are 5 Ridiculous Things Some Men Say When Accused of Rape
Check out these ways that men often react to being accused of rape – and how society accepts their excuses. What would you add to the list?
Read More4 Ways Feminism Has Empowered and Liberated Me as a Trans Person
Feminism hasn’t always been inclusive, so transgender folks who are frustrated with feminism have valid reasons. But if you want to know what a positive experience for a trans feminist could be like, look no further than this article. This author shows how valuable – and life-changing – a trans-inclusive feminism can be. This is how we want our feminism to be.
Read MoreDear US Women: These 9 Societal Messages Are Lying to You
You’ve been told that you’re not strong enough, not smart enough, not aggressive enough. You’ve been told that these weaknesses and character flaws keep you from achieving certain things. And you’ve had more than enough of those lies. Here are some dangerous myths society has taught you. It’s time to get free and unlearn them, and this is a helpful start.
Read MoreThe Whole Truth of Coming Out of the Closet – In Comic Form
“Coming out of the closet” is understanding of LGBTQIA+ experiences. But do you know about the many different meanings of being “out” for different people?
Read MoreRealizing What Family Means: 6 Ways to Reject Abusive Relatives and Restart Your Life
Just because you’re legally bonded to your family doesn’t mean that it’s okay for them to be violent toward you. And it’s pretty twisted when they (and others) believe otherwise. Abuse is abuse is abuse. But familial abuse comes with some extra complications that we need to discuss. So here are six ways to move toward cultivating a chosen family that nurtures you.
Read More3 Reasons Why Saying ‘Real Men Don’t Rape’ Reinforces Rape Culture
We’ve heard “real men don’t rape.” But the men who have raped are indeed very real. Learn about the dangerous myths we keep up by saying “real men don’t rape,” and let’s rethink our anti-rape campaigns.
Read More8 Ways to Show Respect for Someone’s Name Change
So, someone in your life has asked to be called by a different name. It can be tough to understand name changes at first and really hard to break the habit. But if you want this person to know that you respect them, it’s extremely important that you respect their name choice. How? Learn all about it with these helpful hints on how to navigate relearning a name.
Read MoreSex After Sexual Assault: A Guide for When It’s Tough
Sex after sexual assault can be tough. So here’s a helpful guide to getting all the self-care and pleasure you deserve after surviving sexual assault.
Read More6 Reasons Why Being Called a Cis Person Is Not ‘Oppressive’
Using the term cis is all about helping trans people and not at all about making cis people feel bad. And yet, a lot of cis folk push back because they don’t understand it. Here are 6 reasons this term is not “oppressive.”
Read More6 Things to Navigate While Coming Out to Yourself as a Survivor of Sexual Violence
Dear survivors, regardless of how rape is portrayed in the media, your stories, experiences, and pains are valid. You don’t need to clarify anything for any one.
Read More5 Reasons Why Animal Rights Are A Feminist Issue
More and more people are becoming aware of how horrifically animals are treated, particularly at factory farms, and so are making different purchases. What’s less clear is how animal rights are also a feminist issue since they’re, well, not humans. However, if we open our minds to consider animals, there’s some strong reasons to support that position.
Read More4 Important Rules for White Men Dating Black Women
Many white men are unaware of the common microaggressions they make towards black women they’d like to date. And these aren’t harmless – so here are some suggestions on how to best approach us.
Read MoreOn Ferguson and 4 Ways We Can Choose to Divest from White Supremacy
Whiteness is a system that was created for the sole purpose of consolidating power in the hands of a few in the US. And so, we face a choice: continue to invest in white supremacy, which dehumanizes everyone, or stand on the side of justice and regain our humanity. Ask yourself: What are you willing to give? And then check out these four ways to divest from whiteness.
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