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Half of the battle in addressing bullying is getting people to understand the particular nature of modern bullying, particularly in its connection to power, oppression, and identity. But understanding the problem does not necessarily inspire action. So we have to provide tools that empower communities to resolve the problem. Here are five ways to do this!

There are three parties in a relationship: you, your partner, and the relationship itself. You have to take care of yourself first and make sure you are truly happy in order to flourish with a partner. Relationships ought to bring benefit to you. Here are some ways to make sure you take responsibility for maintaining yourself and your relationship.

My mother would never call herself a feminist, even though she is the embodiment of a feminist. As a Hispanic woman, she did not believe that the traditional, Western, view of feminism related to her. But from her, I learned that valuing your heritage doesn’t take away from being a strong, independent, self-sufficient woman or stop you from addressing gender issues in your community.

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Are you part of the problem of erasing trans identities? These examples are super common – but once you recognize them in your behavior, you can make a change.

There is no one way to do TJ — it looks different because communities are different, geography is different, violence is different

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Women are the poorest in their communities, and here’s what you can do about it. Do any of these statistics relate to your life?

Who comes to your mind as the face of the Gay Rights Movement™? Here’s why we need to pay attention to why some people are more visible than others.

The most common “concerns” white folks have about Black Lives Matter are totally missing the point. Celia Edell’s calling in fellow white folks to help you understand why.

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Have you ever gotten the impression that being a feminist is incompatible with having a family? Ever since the emergence of the feminist movement, feminists have been painted as anti-family. This view is regularly reinforced by a lot of tired stereotypes and mistaken beliefs. Here are the facts showing that feminism and family are far from incompatible.

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White privilege doesn’t show up the same way for everyone – so you may balk at the idea that all white people have privilege. By complicating three common examples, this author helps you understand how privilege and marginalization can intersect.

This comic, showing what it’s like to get unsolicited opinions and questions about your identity, is a helpful reminder that you don’t have to deal with being objectified.

Do you know who tends to get left out of common advice about imposter syndrome? Here’s how you can be more inclusive when you approach this issue.

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Do you believe any of the common myths perpetuating the stigma on poor people? Too many feminists forget about class in their activism – and here’s why we’ve got to stop the stigma, for everyone.

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When she was being abused, she only found advice on how to leave an abusive partner. But if you’re not ready to leave, here are some tips on how to care for yourself in these difficult times.

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What makes people successful? Our society buys into the idea that it’s a combination of hard work and pure talent – but here’s why this myth both is inaccurate and harmful.

Men and boys are a big part of the equation in discussions about sex positivity, so let’s debunk these 17 myths boys often learn about sex.

Protests in Berkeley have misconceptions about violence and activism in the news again. But “it’s time to recognize that not all violence is created equal.”

Think anyone can spend time in nature if they’re motivated enough? Think again – here are a few ways that having privilege gives you more access to outdoor fun.

How are Asian immigrants who are seen as “foreign” treated differently than Asian Americans? Some of these answers are pretty subtle, but they definitely have an impact.

Do you think education is what it takes to make us all equal? That’s what many people say – but this will show you why that’s just a big, victim-blaming myth.