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The Difference Between ‘Asexual’ and ‘Aromantic’ Matters – Here’s Why
Does your understanding of sex and romance include the difference between asexual and aromantic? This shows why the distinction is so important.
Read MoreApproaching the Thinspiration Conversation
Thinspiration — images created and used to inspire its consumers to be thin — is now plastered all over every social media website. It isn’t confined to the realm of eating disorders anymore. It’s mainstream. And yet we’re not talking to consumers about it. But how do we talk to our friends, children, and students about it without being at war with them? Here’s a place to start.
Read MoreHow TV Teaches Us Toxic Monogamy
In many cases, monogamy is used as something that is constantly threatened, rather than as an agreement between two people who love each other and want to love only each other.
Read MoreFatphobia: 5 Facts and a Guide for the Disbeliever
Fatphobia is real, and fat acceptance activism is seriously needed. In a culture where systematic oppression against fat bodies exists, fat is absolutely a feminist issue. But in case you’re still dubious, here are five facts about our fatphobic society to serve as a guide for the disbelievers.
Read MoreWhy the Term ‘Human Nature’ Is Way More Harmful Than It Seems
Would you agree with his uncle that “human nature” relates to issues of inequality? Find out how we’re misunderstanding human nature – and why that’s a problem.
Read More9 Lies People Tell You When You Come Out as Bisexual – And How to Heal From Them
“Pick a side,” “You’re confused” – if you haven’t come across these biphobic messages yet, you probably will. Here’s why they’re all wrong about you – with the affirming truth of what it means to be bisexual.
Read MoreHere’s What That ’78 Cents to a Man’s Dollar’ Wage Gap Statistic Really Means
The wage gap finally budged! Women made a cent more in 2013! Sigh. Since this is still such an issue (and some still believe that it isn’t), this author’s sharing the facts you need to know.
Read MoreWant to Raise Your Kids with Positive Body Image? You’ve Got to Avoid Doing These 4 Things (And Try Some Others Instead)
Have you made any of these common missteps? We’ve seen them a lot, and even the well-meaning ones can have a serious impact.
Read MoreWhat If Privileged People Were Othered? This Cartoon Resets the Defaults
“You minorities always make a big deal out of nothing – I’m sure it’s not hard to handle!” When you’re not society’s “default,” you have a big burden to carry. This cartoon proves how privileged identities are normalized.
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 MoreComplaining About the ‘Friend Zone’ Perpetuates Rape Culture
When are people really saying when they complain about being in the “friend zone”? Here’s a spoken word performance that shows exactly what’s wrong with the idea of “owing” a friend sex.
Read More7 Ways to Help a Teen Survivor of Sexual Assault
It’s devastating to discover that a teen you love has been a victim of sexual violence. Learn how you can compassionately support the teen survivor in your life (Trigger Warning).
Read MoreBias Against Intersex Olympics Athletes Is What’s Unfair – Not These Athletes’ Bodies
Did you hear about what Shannon Rowbury said about intersex Olympics runners? It’s not okay – and here’s the info on anti-intersex bias and transphobia that shows why.
Read More4 Myths About Intimate Partner Violence in Lesbian Relationships
The idea that intimate partner violence occurs in lesbian relationships may seem ridiculous. But this belief isn’t only false; it’s damaging. It can prevent lesbians from seeking help when they are in an abusive relationship. After all, who’s going to believe them? Here are four myths about IPV in lesbian relationships that can prevent women from seeking help.
Read MoreNew Etiquette Rules for Women – Without the Sexism This Time
Ever tried to be polite with an entitled man like Pete? This new take on manners can help you shut down mansplaining and more.
Read MoreGetting a Vaginal Widening Surgery
Sarah couldn’t even get a tampon in, much less have sex due to the pain. Then she learned that she had an annular hymen. So she decided to get a vagina widening surgery done.
Read MoreI Didn’t Realize I Internalized the Male Gaze – Until I Was Sexualizing Women
Feeling as if she needed to prove her own lesbianism outwardly, this author adopted the male gaze. Here’s her story of how she became one of the boys – and not shockingly, a very poor one – and how we can all do better to respect the women in our lives.
Read MoreWhat Has Feminism Accomplished?
“What has feminism actually accomplished?” We get this question from skeptics a lot. Here’s Cristen Conger with some notable feminist achievements from the last few years. What would you add to the list?
Read More25 Everyday Examples of Rape Culture
Chances are, you’ve heard the term “rape culture.” But do you know how rape culture actually shows up? These examples make it crystal clear.
Read More6 Reasons Why Revenge Porn Is Really F*cked Up (And How One Woman Is Pushing Back)
Have you heard about Chrissy Chambers? She might be one of your new feminist heroes. But first, you need to understand why her work is necessary.
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