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3 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 More4 Ways That ‘Our Minds Are Fine’ Is Ableist Toward Cognitively Disabled Folks
“Our minds are fine. It’s our legs that don’t work.” Have you ever come across this sentiment in disability activism – or expressed it yourself? This author gets where you’re coming from, but you’ve got to find out how it’s hurtful.
Read MoreNeed Help Dealing with Trolls? These Feminists Have 5 Ideas
Dealing with trolls can make going online a nightmare. Which strategy do you use?
Read MoreDear Fellow White People: Loving Hip Hop Doesn’t Make You (or Me) Anti-Racist
Are you a conscious consumer or one who contributes to the erasure of the reality of Black lives? Here are some concrete steps to being the former.
Read More75+ Holiday Gifts for Young Feminists
The winter holidays are upon us and whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanza, or Yule you are probably going to be giving a gift sometime this month. Children are bombarded with limiting, negative messages in the media but you can buy gifts that show a different way to think about the world. For help, check out our list of gifts for the under 10 year feminist crowd.
Read More9 Answers to Common Questions for Atheists – So You Don’t Insult Us By Asking
#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.
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 MoreThe Gender Playbook: A Guide to Figuring Out Your Non-Binary Identity
Only you have the answers to figuring out your gender identity – but it’s hard to feel like there’s no template to follow if your gender is non-binary. Here’s the next best thing: a fantastic guide to figuring out your gender.
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