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How a Lack of Access to Lawyers Sets the Poor Up for Failure
Does “equal justice for all” really describe the US legal system? This attorney explains how the cards are stacked against you if you’re not wealthy – and what it’s going to take to change it.
Read MoreWhy People Send Dick Pics – And Why They Need to Stop
Before you hit “send,” here’s what you need to know about what it’s like for a woman to get an unwarranted dick pick – and how to better communicate your desires in a consensual way.
Read MoreThe TSA’s Discriminatory Policies Against Trans People Are Even Worse Than You Think
Humiliation, harassment, abuse – do you know about the many dangers trans people face when flying? Here’s a break-down of the terrible impact, and the necessary changes that are long overdue.
Read More26 Comments That Show Just How Misogynistic Men Can Get on YouTube
Have you ever had to deal with comments like these? They’re horrifying – but Marina Watanabe’s using the hashtag #YouTubeMisogyny to fight back, and her smart comebacks could help you deal, too.
Read MoreA Stunning Response to the People Who Say Men Can’t Be Raped
“Boys always want it.” Watch this performance to the end – Akeemjamal Rollins has a powerful message about why we’ve got to stop silencing male survivors.
Read MoreLGBTQIA+ Youth of Color Made This Video So You Can Know Your Rights with Police
“Get yr SAS facts!” Knowing your rights is the “first step towards taking your power back from discriminatory police systems.” This video, based on the experiences of LGBTQIA+ youth of color, can help.
Read More6 Ways to Have a Healthy and Enjoyable Sex Life After Surviving Sexual Trauma
Sexual violence can change the way a person experiences sex – and if you’re a survivor, you deserve to take care of yourself in any sexual encounters you choose to engage in. We hope these tips will help.
Read MoreAnother Woman Raped Me and Nobody Cared
Women sexual assaulting other women is so rarely discussed. This author is bravely sharing her story – and it shows why our silence on this issue needs to end.
Read More8 Reasons Why the Policing of Parents Who Nurse in Public Is Street Harassment
“If you’re doing anti-street harassment work and you’re not actively advocating for the rights of parents to nurse in public, then your work is incomplete” – and this author wants you to understand exactly why.
Read MoreThis Comparison Exposes How Much Homophobia Shapes Your Notion of A ‘Normal’ Day
A visibly queer person and their ally spend a day together – which one of their experiences is more like your “normal?”
Read MoreHow ‘Orange Is the New Black’ Misrepresents Women’s Federal Prison (And Why It Matters)
OINTB is helping some of us wake up to what’s happening in women’s prisons, but it’s not perfect – and this reality is much more shocking.
Read More6 Ways Better Sex Education for Men Can Help Fight Sexual Assault
These experts say that if we want to end sexual violence, we’ve got to start with better sex education. How else do you think sex ed could be improved?
Read MoreOne Heartfelt Story to Remind All Queer Survivors: You Are Not Alone
We all have our own ways of coping with trauma, so here’s a reminder that your way is okay.
Read MoreWhy the Transgender Fight for Safe Bathrooms Matters for All of Us
“The bathroom is often the start of trans people experiencing violence out in the world.” This – coupled with a horrific experience of hate violence – is why activist Drian Juarez is dedicating her life to the fight for gender neutral bathrooms. Unfortunately, this effort is often met with confusion. Watch this video to understand how this is an issue of safety and inclusion.
Read MoreWhat Raising Our Daughters Can Teach Us About Fighting Rape Culture
(Content Warning: Rape) You may have heard horrific stories about rape and victim-blaming. Maybe one of those stories is yours. With how often rape happens, what does it mean to raise children and hope for their safety? In this chilling spoken word piece, Elizabeth Acevedo explores how she would raise her daughter, showing exactly why it’s so important to fight rape culture.
Read More4 Ways Indian Culture Sends Its Young Women Toxic Messages – And How We Can Stand Up to Them
The number one question the patriarchy is asking is: “How do we make women feel less-than, now that they think they’re enough?” And, often, patriarchy finds ways to do so. This article addresses four ways that Indian culture in particular works to stifle women’s liberation, as well as this author’s suggestions for how to push back against it and stand up for yourself.
Read MoreWedding Bells and Prison Bars: Why Prison Abolition Is a Queer Rights Issue
The mainstream Gay Rights™ movement has made a lot of important gains – like marriage equality, for instance – but it leaves a lot of folks wondering: Have we forgotten our own history? Check out this article to understand the ways in which the history of queer and trans liberation needs to inform our activism today – and why prison abolition should be a top priority.
Read More5 Reasons Shaming Survivors into Reporting Rape Is Counter-Productive
(Trigger Warning: Rape and rape culture) Do you believe reporting rape is the best way to fight rape culture? A lot of people do, and it’s understandable to think that reporting rape would lead to more rape convictions and prevention. But the truth is, it’s not that simple. To tackle rape culture, we have to challenge the dangerous idea that survivors have a responsibility to report and support the choices of survivors.
Read MoreI Pretended to Be a Male Gamer to Avoid Harassment
For women into online gaming, revealing the simple fact that we’re women can leave us vulnerable to harassment. Here, one woman shares how her problems went away when she played as a male character – and how one man who learned of her gender escalated his aggression to a dangerous level. Read her account of the gaming culture that made #Gamergate possible.
Read MoreHere’s What It’s Like to Be a Woman on YouTube
Love YouTube videos? You should know this about the women who make them: “I love making YouTube videos. I love making content that makes you laugh or think or see the world differently. I hate that my job comes with a daily dose of harassment.” In this video, these women share about the sexist, racist, and body-shaming comments that regularly slam their work. (Trigger Warning)
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