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Does Female Privilege Exist?
Free dinners, child custody, chivalry – evidence of female privilege? Celia Edell breaks down why it’s not as straightforward as some men would like you to think.
Read MoreLies, Deception, and Pregnancy: The Crisis of Fake Clinics
You’ve seen the signs: “Pregnant? Scared? Alone? We Can Help.” Have you ever responded to one? Thousands of women have. Usually promising free services like pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, and “judgment-free” counseling, these centers reach out to women in potentially vulnerable positions, claiming to offer hope and help. But what are they really like?
Read MoreThe Blatant Hypocrisy of ‘Pro-Life’ Rhetoric
The “pro-life” movement is just asking for someone to point out their hypocrisy – and that’s exactly what these comic does.
Read MoreAn Animated Lesson on Empathy – And Why It’s More Supportive Than Sympathy
Do you know the difference between empathy and sympathy? Dr. Brené Brown’s practical advice in this quick, beautifully illustrated lesson can really help you connect with and help ease other people’s pain.
Read MoreAs a Disabled Person of Color, I’m Done Trying to Be a ‘Model Minority’
The story of his birth is a horrifying example of racism – and that was only the beginning. Here’s why he’s not trying to be a “good minority” anymore.
Read More5 Things You Can Do Right Now to Support the Asexual Youth in Your Life
“You’ll grow out of it.” Life is confusing for any young person trying to sort out conflicting messages about sex – but for asexual people, it can be even harder. So here are some ways we can better support asexual youth.
Read MoreThere’s a Rape Epidemic in America That No One Is Talking About: Debunking 4 Myths About Male Survivors
Due to patriarchy, our society does not want to acknowledge the frequency and impact of sexual violence directed at boys and men. Because of the misogynist socialization of masculinity, boys are taught to embrace and celebrate their abuse. This leads to years of silent trauma for too many men. Let’s debunk some of these harmful stereotypes and inaccurate myths.
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About Dating While Mentally Ill: A Guide By Mentally Ill Women
In my experience, one of the most frustrating challenges about living with a mental illness is that the seemingly small things in life are often the most difficult. Take a first date, for example… or just trying to get a first date. “I’d see things on dating profiles like ‘no crazy chicks haha’ or ‘if…
Read MoreWomen DJs Provide Us With Great Music — We Need to Make Sure Clubs Treat Them Fairly.
Though we’ve seen a push in the industry to diversify DJ lineups in the last few years, historically women and marginalized communities have a harder time making headway in the field.
Read More5 Myths That Women Have Been Sold About Their Bodies – And How They Disconnect Us From Our Authentic Sexuality
“When we teach women to feel ashamed of their bodies, we are also taking away their capacity to experience sexual pleasure…their ability to exercise sexual freedom.”
Read MoreAre We Weak Or Are We Terrorists? Here’s How Muslim Women Are Caught In The Web Of Violent Stereotypes
As a Muslim woman, how could I be meek, oppressed, and weak but also the symbol of the largest threat to the Western public?
Read MoreAsian American Women Are Killing Themselves — Here’s What We Need To Do About It
I came to discover that my experiences are not isolated, but are in fact a part of a larger mental health crisis affecting Asian American women.
Read MorePut Your Money Where Your Mouth Is: 5 Amazing Muslim Women-Owned Businesses
Muslim women have created spaces through hard work and in the pursuit of entrepreneurship and financial independence, and we deserve to be applauded and supported.
Read More5 Badass Muslim Women Who Have Led Feminist Movements Around the World
I once was at the United Nations for a conference when one of the white attendees got up and declared that she was organizing a conference on abuse against Muslim and Arab women (they’re not the same thing, but who cares?). She went on and on about how there is no platform for them to talk…
Read MoreWhite Cis-Women Vs. The Rest Of Us: 3 Ways Toxic Call-Outs Reinforce Privilege
Person sitting at computer Editor’s Note: We at Everyday Feminism would like to note our understanding that toxic call-outs manifest in many different ways and do not only target individuals on the basis of race or gender. While this particular conversation focuses on racism and transphobia in social media call-outs, we understand this may feel…
Read MoreDear Men Who Wish to Be Allies to Women: 12 Things You Need to Know
So you’re trying your best to be a good ally to women. Add these strategies to your everyday life to get on the right track!
Read More5 Ways I Need White Women to Level Up Feminism Right Now
Righting the wrongs of exclusive mainstream feminism will take facing some hard truths. For white feminists, these steps can help you start that work.
Read MoreWhy I Can’t Get on Board with ‘Embracing Differences Between Men and Women’ for Feminism
How does essentialist feminism hurt women and feminist causes? Why liberating women by embracing a “true nature” isn’t liberating at all.
Read MoreHey, ‘Identity Politics’ Critics: Women and People of Color Need Economic Justice, Too
Were the election results really about “identity politics” vs class issues? Here’s how this debate centers poor white men and erases the rest of us.
Read MoreWe’re Failing at Talking About Sexual Assault in the US If We Ignore Native Women
Trump’s campaign kicked off a big conversation on sexual assault. But where’s the concern for Native women – who suffer the highest rates of sexual violence?
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