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12 Reasons Why There’s Orgasm Inequity (And No, It’s Not That Women Are ‘Harder to Please’)
Have you heard of “the orgasm gap?” Some people say it’s harder for women to have orgasms – but these statistics and cultural norms will convince you that there’s more to the story.
Read More5 Reasons We Need to Stop Making Jokes About Men Who Have Been Raped By Women
There was a terrible backlash after actor Shia LaBeouf told a reporter that a woman raped him. And unfortunately, the jokes made at his expense are not unusual. Here’s why the truth about male rape survivors is no laughing matter.
Read More8 Reasons You Want to Touch Black Women’s Hair – And Why They Mean You Shouldn’t
Ever wanted to touch a black woman’s hair? This author’s heard even your most well-meaning reasons, and here’s why they’re harmful.
Read More7 Uplifting Lessons from Bree Newsome, Riley Curry, and Other 2015 Black Girl Heroes
Serena Williams, Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, Amandla Stenberg and more – Black women and girls have done incredible things this year. How will you apply these lessons to your life?
Read MoreYour Anti-Oppression Roadmap to Traveling Through and Visiting Indian Country
Don’t visit Indian Country without reading this first. Here’s everything you need to know about how to appreciate without appropriating, the best ways to spend your money, and the really good reason why some things are just off-limits.
Read More7 Reasons Why White People Should Not Wear Black Hairstyles
Wondering what the big deal is about white people wearing traditionally black hairstyles? Read this and you’ll know why it’s not “just hair.”
Read MoreEver Been Told to ‘Check Your Privilege?’ Here’s What That Really Means
Lots of people – including this author – have gotten angry when they’re told to check their privilege. But a lot of people also believe in these myths. Does this article change how you feel about this?
Read MoreIf You Have Friends and Family Dealing with Substance Abuse and Addiction, Here Are 5 Ways to Support Them
This author just celebrated one year of sobriety – and he’s got some insights on supporting your loved ones that you might not have considered.
Read MoreDebunking 6 Myths about People in the Sex Industry
With inaccurate media representations and the cultural stigma, there are a lot of misconceptions about people in the sex industry. We too often fail to see the complexity and diversity in who is engaged in commercial sex, why they’re doing it, and the degree of consent and coercion involved. These myths keep us from seeing this issue for what it really is. So let’s debunk them.
Read MoreI Am Loveworthy: How a Transgender Woman Found Love
I never had bad luck with dates or flings, especially with the kinds of men who look good on paper. Yet my trysts with these men never led to anything meaningful. I was constantly being pushed away or kept out of sight by men attracted to me but terrified of what everyone else might think of dating a transgender woman. That is, until I met Drew.
Read More5 Efforts Toward Creating a More Feminist Classroom
If you’re a feminist and you want some ideas on how create a more feminist classroom (without wearing your “Clitoris is Not a Dirty Word” t-shirt on dress-down day), here are five efforts that you can try.
Read More130+ Examples Of Cis Privilege in All Areas of Life For You To Reflect On and Address
“How do I have ‘cisgender’ privilege? I’m just normal. How is that a privilege?” This common attitude is how privilege can exist without being questioned. So here’s a list of privilege for people who aren’t trans so we can work together to help our society become more inclusive.
Read More20 Examples That Prove White Privilege Protects White People From the Police
You’ve heard some of the stories – but police targeting of people of color is more common than you may think. Here’s the outrageous truth of what’s really going on.
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