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(Content Warning: Homophobic and transphobic violence) In what ways are you unlike what people think you “ought” to be? For too many of us who are transgender, being ourselves means there’s no such thing as feeling safe. Take it from this author, who never knows if a small altercation could lead to violence. His chilling story of a bus encounter shows how hatred and bystander apathy make the world unsafe.

If American people are truly worried about terrorism and the safety of their country and people, then we need to shift our focus onto white terrorists, as they increasingly seem to be the real threat.

Have you ever noticed how violent our language is? Even when we aren’t even talking about anything inherently violent itself? You’ve probably also noticed that that’s a lot of sexual violence. This language might seem unimportant or coincidental, but our language shapes the way we see our world. So how can every one of us work to stop using language derived from sexual violation?

Constructs of patriarchy arise internally and appear externally every day. For women who are mothers, the back-to-school slam dance can be an opportunity to allow the rigid boundaries of good and bad to loosen. Questioning the authority of constructs of good/bad motherhood requires an ongoing critical reflection of how we are in the world, and how we are with the world. Glue sticks not required.

This is stunning. And it shows just how long the medical community has to go in properly caring for patients with eating disorders.

Is it possible to disagree about politics with your loved ones without your relationships with them going to hell? These tips might help.

The way people treat Afro-Latinxs with natural hair says a lot about society’s expectations. Find out what natural hair means to these Afro-Latinxs.

Pulling out the “I’m not racist – I have black friends!” excuse? Read this takedown of your reasoning and you’ll never want to go there again.

WHOA – do you know how much water is used to make just one pair of jeans? Learn about the real cost of your clothes so you can do something about it.

“Where are you really from?” When Asian Americans are constantly told that they don’t “belong,” navigating your relationship with the US gets complicated.

Did you know the first Muslims in the US were Black? This shows why it’s dangerous for modern Americans to forget this history.

Dealing with the symptoms of mental illness can be hard enough – and these examples of ableism on campus make college even tougher for students.

Do you think it’s unfair for trans women athletes to compete in women’s sports? Then you need to know this info that too many people are missing.

“The mainstream idea of ‘justice’ after rape in our society is ridiculously limited.” Here’s how apologies could help expand our idea of justice for survivors.

What if people in Hollywood treated men like they treat women? Some objectification, entitlement, and more come out in this funny take.

Whoa – did your history class gloss over these details? They’re still affecting Native lives today.

Many of us fall into the trap of “othering” survivors without even realizing it – and here’s how and why we must change these victim-blaming patterns.

Donald Trump, mass shootings, police violence. What’s the danger of toxic masculinity? For an answer, look no further than this review of 2016.

“Bears will be bears!” What if bears killed 1 in 5 people? This absurd situation might make you laugh, but it makes an important point about sexual assault.

Ever wanted someone to leave you alone, but didn’t want to be rude? Anna Akana’s got some super relatable and encouraging advice for situations like this.