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Think about the last time you called someone crazy (to their face or behind their back). What message were you trying to send? I’m sure it wasn’t a positive one. Was the “crazy” person a woman? I wouldn’t be shocked. It would be hypocritical of me to shame you for it, because we’ve all done it. That’s why it’s important that we discuss it now.

Feminism is a creature with many faces these days. But bottom line, the goal is homogenous: Feminism aims for gender equality within a currently patriarchal society. Sometimes it’s just hard to get massive amounts of people to agree exactly what the best means to achieving that goal is. So here is a list of five things that the current movement of feminism absolutely is.

So many people like to argue that society can’t possibly change to accommodate all the needs of its oppressed and marginalized people (though we’re constantly backflipping to protect and validate privilege). But that argument is never based on facts, research, or precedent. Instead, it uses people’s fear of change and loss to deny oppressed people their rights.

“What are you?” Are you making harmful assumptions about mixed race people? Check out the dangerous mindset behind these common phrases.

Wondering who runs Everyday Feminism? Then it’s best not to listen to the rumors. Here’s the truth behind some of the most bizarre rumors we’ve heard!

#8: “What if you’re wrong?” Here are the answers to questions many people ask atheists – and why so many atheists might get ticked off if you ask them.

How can white teachers help make classrooms more racially just? These ideas will help you move away from guilt and defensiveness and into action.

Do you know about the movement to expand Ethnic Studies in our schools? This author’s perspective and research show why all of us should be on board.

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Can African Americans appropriate African cultures? This author had to stop, listen, and think when she came across this tough question – and here’s what she found out.

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What’s the big deal about white people taking style, music, and language from black culture? Here’s your answer – and what you need to know to appreciate black culture without causing harm.

How can we include settler colonialism in our work – especially as it relates to racism against non-Native people of color? It’s complicated, but this article’s got some crucial answers.

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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.”

“Good fatty” is usually used to describe a fat person who at least believes in the socially constructed viewpoint that their number one goal in life should be losing weight. But upon closer inspection, there are a few “good fatty” archetypes that we, as a society, depend on – all with their own unique purposes in the fat-antagonistic machine. Here are twelve to consider in your activism.

Did you know that income inequality is at its highest level since the Great Depression? And it’s not even as dangerous as wealth equality – here’s why we should be worried.

“I thought atheists didn’t do that.” If you can relate to these, this will make you laugh, or cringe, or maybe a little of both.

What would Trump’s idea of mass deportation of immigrants really mean? We don’t have to guess – we’ve seen it all before, and here’s why it’s a huge mistake.

Do you judge people for not voting? You might be surprised to find that some reasons for sitting out of elections are not as simple as you think.

What comes to mind when you think of the word “fat?” You might believe some of the common stereotypes – and you’ll be surprised when these people make you rethink your assumptions.

Have you fallen for these false assumptions based on the “science” of weight and health? This illustration will show you exactly what the problem is, and give you a more empowering understanding.

“Why call it feminism? Why can’t you call it something less provocative?” You might think Orthodox Judaism and feminism are incompatible – but check out this hilarious account of what happens when they come together.