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Should Men Call Themselves ‘Pro-Feminist’ Instead of ‘Feminist’?
Do you know why some people are saying men shouldn’t call themselves feminists? Drop in on this convo for perspective on the different opinions.
Read More5 Questions I’ve Asked Myself About Disordered Eating That Have Helped Me Heal
If you have a complicated relationship with food like this author, you could probably use some reminders to disrupt your negative thoughts about your body. These questions might be able to help you challenge some toxic notions.
Read MoreThese Touching Photos of Trans Folk Over 50 Are Definitely Worth 1000 Words
It’s time to “complicate the ways in which transgender older adults are portrayed and perceived.” Let this touching photo project open you up to a world rarely shown.
Read More4 Things That Suck About Going To The Doctor As A Gender Non-Binary Person
Non-binary people should never have to prove or alter ourselves to be worthy of care, compassion and the right to make our own decisions about our bodies.
Read MoreHow To Practice Immediate Self-Care When Social Media Says the World is Burning
We can’t be prepared for every eventuality, but having a self-care plan for social media emergencies is a great first step, and so is being able to ask for help when you need it.
Read More5 Ways I Need White Women to Level Up Feminism Right Now
Righting the wrongs of exclusive mainstream feminism will take facing some hard truths. For white feminists, these steps can help you start that work.
Read More4 Important Lessons Mental Health Recovery Has Taught Me
We’ve shared many stories about struggling with mental health – but how many have you read about recovery? This author shares why “recovery” is a bit of a misnomer, but the process has brought some crucial insights.
Read More3 Ways to Avoid Demonizing Your Teen’s Sexuality
Many parents demonize their teenagers’ sexuality without even realizing it – and that can be damaging. Here’s how to respect your teens’ sexuality instead, with proof of the positive impact your respect can have.
Read MoreThe Whole Truth of Coming Out of the Closet – In Comic Form
“Coming out of the closet” is understanding of LGBTQIA+ experiences. But do you know about the many different meanings of being “out” for different people?
Read MoreNo, The Existence of Trans People Doesn’t Validate Gender Essentialism
Allyship with trans people is a core component to intersectional feminism. Yet there is still one question that consistently comes up: “Don’t trans people validate that men and women must exist within certain societal roles? Doesn’t it perpetuate gender essentialism?” Not so fast. Read on to understand how supporting diverse experiences obliterates essentialism.
Read MoreMore Than a Theory, More Than a Trend: Making Your White Anti-Racism a Lifestyle Commitment
If your white anti-racism allyship is more about talking the talk than walking the walk, then people of color need you to reevaluate and come back when your anti-racism is a lifestyle commitment. Learn how.
Read MoreWhy Love Is Important to Feminist Work (And 3 Ways to Practice It)
Our outrage is missing something. What happens after we spread it through social media, then move on to the next outrage? Anger against injustice comes from a good place, but it can often overshadow one of the core missions of social justice work: to support marginalized people. Here’s how to bring love into your feminist work and care for those who are otherwise denied love.
Read More6 Ways to Stand Up to Toxic Media Messages and Love Yourself as a Trans Person
Loving yourself as a transgender person is nothing less than gorgeously radical. Here’s how to practice self-love to directly combat the oppression you face every day.
Read MoreBreaking Down the Problem with Mansplaining (And Other Forms of Privileged Explaining)
Learning the term mansplaining saved this author a lot of frustration. So let’s keep the conversation going about this subtle form of oppression.
Read More10 Things We Need to Make Sure American Women Can Do by 2040
Women’s rights in the United States have come a long way. But as we reflect on the remarkable progress the feminist movement has made in creating a more just and equal society, I challenge us to also look ahead to our next few decades of work. By 2040, let’s make sure young feminists can marvel at the following ten things that women of our generation were once not able to do.
Read MoreWomen DJs Provide Us With Great Music — We Need to Make Sure Clubs Treat Them Fairly.
Though we’ve seen a push in the industry to diversify DJ lineups in the last few years, historically women and marginalized communities have a harder time making headway in the field.
Read More4 Ways To Support People Who Are Survivors Of Sexual Assault
The reality is that survivors are often faced with individual opposition, disbelief and institutional hurdles when they come out.
Read MoreCaesar Salad with a Side of (Mis)Gendering: When Dining Out Means Getting Outed
“Can I get you girls anything?” The food service industry has a special brand of misgendering – and here’s what you can do about it.
Read More4 Lessons Feminism Has Taught Me About My Relationship to Food and Fitness
You may know that many norms around food and fitness are messed up – but that doesn’t mean they’re easy to shake off. These feminist lessons could help.
Read More5 Signs Your Idea of ‘Intersectionality’ Is Anti-Black Racism In Disguise
#2: “You want ‘everyone to be treated equally.’” You think you’re being intersectional, but if these signs are familiar, you’re still being anti-black.
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