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The Feminist Guide to Flirting Respectfully with Latina Women
If you’re tempted to approach a Latina woman like some of the guys in this article did, STOP! These alternatives will make things a lot less awkward for everyone.
Read More5 Common Behaviors Cis Men May Not Realize Are Abusive (And How to Stop Them)
If you’re a cis man, you probably think of yourself as one of the “good guys.” But these abusive actions are more common than you may realize. Here’s how to change them.
Read More8 Relationship Reminders for Bisexual Women That You Don’t Get Nearly Enough
Did you catch the media’s biphobia about Amber Heard’s divorce from Johnny Depp? We get way too much of that, so here’s the opposite – loving reminders for bisexual women.
Read MoreYes, People of Color Can Practice Cultural Appropriation – Here Are 3 Ways How
You’ve probably heard examples of white folks appropriating culture from people of color – but what about when people of color do it to each other? Here’s some important context to consider.
Read More7 Toxic Sex Messages I Wish Had Been Debunked Before I Became Sexually Active
Young women get all kinds of messages that can make your sexual awakening a bewildering and painful time. Here’s a healthier message.
Read More4 Hints Your Approaches to Empowering Black Communities Are Actually Harmful
“#3: Your approach creates a hierarchy among black people.” Do you know how to spot if you’re using respectability politics? These signs suggest you may do more harm than good.
Read More6 Ways Your ‘Concern’ About Your Friend’s Sex Life Is Really Sex-Shaming
“There’s nothing wrong with casual sex, but I’m worried that you’ll get hurt.” Have you ever had concerns like this? They can come from a good place, but here are some of the damaging myths behind them.
Read More6 Ways I Was Taught to Be a Good Fatty (And Why I Stopped)
“#3. Good Fatties diet.” The “Good Fatty” is the fat person people will tolerate – and the pressure to be one can cause a lot of harm. Here’s how this author’s unlearning these toxic “Good Fatty” lessons.
Read More5 Ways Amatonormativity Sets Harmful Relationship Norms For Us All
Aromantic people know that society’s norms for romantic relationships don’t apply to everyone. But these norms affect all of us, whether we’re romantic or not, and here’s how they’re hurting us.
Read More7 Ways of ‘Honoring’ Other Cultures That Are Really Just Cultural Appropriation
These common gestures can have good intentions, but they cause more harm than good. If you want to appreciate a culture, make sure you’re not actually appropriating it in one of these ways.
Read More7 Harmful Ways Parents Often Wield Adultism Against Their Kids
“#2: Children being flaunted as status symbols.” Do you respect your children’s human rights? Adultism can lead us to grossly overlook them, whether we mean to or not – here are some examples.
Read More5 Sexist Assumptions About Stay-at-Home Moms All Feminists Need to Shut Down
It’s unfair to say that women are unfeminist for being stay-at-home moms – but these assumptions still come up in the movement. Here’s what they get wrong.
Read More11 of the Most Culturally Appropriated South Asian Accessories – And What They Really Mean
The bindi, the sari, henna – if you want to appreciate these South Asian accessories, you need to know how to do it without causing harm. This guide tells you what these accessories really mean, and when it’s acceptable to wear them.
Read More10 Types of Misogynist Men We All Need to Know About – And Then Call Out!
So you know the basics of how male privilege shows up – but do you know these subtler examples that are harder to identify? Addressing these can make a big difference beyond standing up to blatant sexism.
Read More5 Reasons People Label You a ‘Bad Feminist’ and Why They’re Total Bullsh*t
If these statements sound familiar, someone may have accused you of being a “bad feminist.” Here’s why you won’t always fit the ideal of a “good feminist” – and why that’s okay.
Read More9 Lies People Tell You When You Come Out as Bisexual – And How to Heal From Them
“Pick a side,” “You’re confused” – if you haven’t come across these biphobic messages yet, you probably will. Here’s why they’re all wrong about you – with the affirming truth of what it means to be bisexual.
Read MoreI Think I Might Be Trans: 8 Important Notes On Questioning and 50+ Resources to Get You Started
So you think that the gender you were told to have your entire life is not, in fact, who you are. Now what? This is a huge moment in your life, and it can be hard to start navigating this world designed for cis people as someone who’s trans or questioning your a/gender identity. Here are some tools to help your process of affirming yourself and others.
Read MoreAgainst Patriarchy: 20 Tools for Men to Further Feminist Revolution
For all of us who are men who believe in social justice, who want healthy and beautiful lives for our loved ones, and who are working for positive change in the world, let us commit or re-commit to making feminism central in our lives, values, and actions. It is time for men in the millions to take courageous action in our society to further feminist revolution.
Read MoreThe Danger of What Happens When Toxic Masculinity Fails Men
Society’s idea of what makes a “real man” creates toxic expectations for men. Here’s the disturbing result, with a promising idea for how we can change the traditional – and violent – definition of masculinity.
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