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What’s So Feminist About Yoga? Here Are 4 Amazing Connections
If you’re thinking of the mainstream Western yoga industry, you might think that yoga is not feminist. Here’s an approach that shows the two go hand-in-hand.
Read More7 Fantastic Tips from Youth on How to Teach and Talk About Racism
“I wish we talked about racism in school.” A simple conversation with siblings turned into strategizing around race with youth. Here’s the valuable info they shared.
Read More3 Types of Racists That Are More Dangerous Than What You Think a Racist Looks Like
These racists may not be card-carrying members of the KKK, but they’re probably familiar – and they’re holding us back from racial justice.
Read More4 Reasons You’re Not Helping Racism Go Away By Refusing to Talk About It
Avoiding “victimizing” herself by talking about race only made things worse. Applying these problem-solving strategies shows why you’ve got to face racism instead of being silent.
Read More3 Facts You May Not Know About the Racist Origins of ‘Colorblindness’
Think you’re helping end racism by saying you don’t “see” color? This horrible history of why you’re taught to be “colorblind” will make you think again.
Read MoreHere’s Why Refusing to ‘See Color’ Doesn’t Actually Mean You’re Not Racist
Do you think saying that you “don’t see race” means you’re not part of the problem? These points will make you think again about taking a “colorblind” approach.
Read More5 Simple Questions That’ll Help You Avoid Unintentional Cultural Appropriation
Even if you know how cultural appropriation adds to racism, you might still be wondering how to make sure you don’t appropriate someone else’s culture. These questions can keep you from making a hurtful mistake.
Read More4 Reasons Why Tattooed Women Need Feminism
Women with body modifications like tattoos and piercings face a unique set of challenges with public examination. Here’s what makes this a feminist issue.
Read MoreHow Feminism Can Better Support Moms Who Aren’t Straight, White, or Middle-Class
Moms are constantly under attack in our society – but how often does standing up for mothers include moms who are single, of color, poor, queer or otherwise marginalized? Here’s how to make sure you support them.
Read More3 Ways Gender and Sexuality Are More Fluid Than We Think
This author’s identity is more fluid than they once thought. These lessons they’ve learned through the process of discovering that might just change your perspective on gender and sexuality, too.
Read More3 Examples That Show Even White Privilege Needs to be Viewed Intersectionally
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.
Read More4 Ways Society Exotifies Trans Women of Color – And How You Could Treat Us Better
From fetishizers to feminists, there are many people who participate in these ways of exotifying trans women of color. Here’s a firsthand account of the impact – with ideas on how to help end this harmful dehumanization.
Read More4 Ways Parents Can Support Their Mixed Race Children
If you have or are planning to have children who are mixed race, then this author’s tips can help you avoid some common pitfalls and give your child the support they need.
Read More6 Things You’re Actually Saying When You Reduce Latinas to the ‘Spicy’ Stereotype
If you’ve seen Latinas on TV, you probably know the “spicy Latina” stereotype – unfortunately, it’s often the only portrayal we get of Latinas in the media. These are the myths this stereotype is spreading.
Read More6 Reasons Your Discomfort with They/Them Pronouns Reveals Unchecked Cis Privilege
How do you react to “they” pronouns? If these responses are like yours, here’s why it’s time to reflect on your privilege.
Read More5 Things Being Read As Queer Has Taught Me About Privilege
There’s more than one way to be queer – but you wouldn’t know it from the comments this author gets about her relationship. Have you made any of the assumptions she debunks in this article?
Read MoreWe Have a Women’s Leadership Problem – And It’s Not for the Reasons You Think
The numbers showing women’s underrepresentation in leadership are dismal – and way too many people believe in these myths about why. Does this information surprise you?
Read MoreThese 4 Behaviors That Fictional Media Tells Us Are Romantic Are Actually Really Harmful
50 Shades of Grey, Twilight, and more – do any of your favorite fictional romances include these unhealthy behaviors? It’s time to think twice about what fictional romance teaches us.
Read More4 Ways to Find Out If Your Partner Is Using Their Depression as an Excuse for Controlling Behavior
“Even if you’re the one whose feelings were hurt, you can’t stand to see your partner hate themselves so much.” This is really tough. Can you relate?
Read More4 Reasons Why the US Police Force Is an Extension of Slavery and White Supremacy (That You Were Probably Never Taught)
Many Black and Black-allied people in the US are enraged with the police. We think if you read these historical and contemporary truths, you’ll be angry, too.
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