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When You’ve Internalized Racism as Self-Hate, Connecting with Your Ethnicity Can Change Everything – Like It Did for this Korean-American Woman
This author’s story of coming out as Korean-American can touch anyone who ever thought they were less valuable because they weren’t white. Can you relate?
Read More10 Things I Wished I’d Known When I Started My Transition
Exactly two years ago, I sat apprehensively in the reception area of the public health clinic, waiting for my name to be called. I remember looking around the room at the other trans girls sitting nearby. I couldn’t wait to be just like them. Two years and 4,860 pills later, I now realize how little I actually understood back then. Today, I’d like to share ten lessons that I wish I had known.
Read More6 Things White People Can Do to Help Ensure More Writers of Color Get Published
Did you hear what a writer just did after he decided white men aren’t getting published enough? This is absurd. Here’s the info on how white this industry really is – and what you can do to change it.
Read MoreBeing Educated Won’t Save Me (Or You) From Racism
Did you hear about the Harvard Law School vandalism, or the attempt to discredit a Mizzou protester? This author’s heart wrenching perspective shows why respectability, money, and education aren’t guaranteed saviors from racism.
Read More11 Stereotypes About Genital Herpes You Probably Believe (And Why You Shouldn’t)
These misconceptions are so common that this information will probably surprise you. When you read about how they fuel stigma against STI-positive people, you’ll realize why you need to stop buying into these myths.
Read More3 Transition Obstacles I Never Expected as Mentally Ill and Transgender
You may be surprised by the disturbing barriers people face when they’re both trans and mentally ill. But we have to face what’s happening.
Read More5 Reasons Why ‘First-World’ Feminism Isn’t Actually Trivial
Ever come across a feminist issue and think there are “more important things” to worry about? There’s no such thing as a trivial feminist cause – and here’s why.
Read More3 Reasons to Find a Better Term Than ‘-Phobia’ to Describe Oppression
Homophobia, fatphobia, transphobia – it’s important to name oppressive systems. But are we using a suffix that’s inaccurate, or even harmful?
Read More5 Questions an Anti-Racist Organization Should Be Able to Answer
“We value diversity. Everyone is welcome here!” Lots of organizations and programs are saying this – but can you back it up?
Read More9 Ways to Be Accountable When You’ve Been Abusive
It can be hard to admit, but abusers are in our communities – they’re not just “monsters in the night.” If you’ve caused pain, this guide can help bring accountability and healing.
Read More4 Reasons Why the US Police Force Is an Extension of Slavery and White Supremacy (That You Were Probably Never Taught)
Many Black and Black-allied people in the US are enraged with the police. We think if you read these historical and contemporary truths, you’ll be angry, too.
Read More5 Awesome Ways Feminism Is Good for Your Mental Health
Your feminism can help the movement – but what about your mental wellbeing? Here’s some encouraging research on how feminism can boost your mental health.
Read MoreLet’s Talk About “Asian Sadness”
Hearing the phrase “Asian sadness” made me feel like my depression linked to my Asian American identity isn’t just something I made up.
Read More5 Ways Your Critiques of Psychiatry Might Be Ableist
Originally published on Let’s Queer Things Up! and cross-posted here with his permission. I won’t beat around the bush: Mental illness has pushed me to the edge many, many times. There were times when I was so detached from reality, it necessitated urgent and even drastic interventions to bring me back. There were times when the pain…
Read MoreOne in Three: Silenced Stories of Survivors of Sexual Assault and Abortion Patients
As a survivor of rape and a woman who has exercised my right to choose abortion, 1-in-3 is much more than a statistic. The stigma that tells women they should remain quiet and be ashamed of having been assaulted is rooted in the same view that says abortion should remain unspoken about in public. So let’s demand an end to all forms of gender-based violence.
Read More4 Reasons Why We’ve Got to Stop Using ‘Ethnic’ to Describe People of Color
“I’m not anything, I’m just white!” Are you being racist if you only use “ethnic” for people of color? The reason we use this word like this will make your head spin.
Read More3 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 More10 Ways to Support Friends and Family Members in Prison
Have incarcerated loved ones? If you feel stuck about how to support them, try these tips from someone who’s been in your shoes.
Read More5 Things I’m Tired of Hearing About My Chronic Fatigue
What’s wrong with these well-meaning comments said to people with chronic fatigue? Find out what it’s like for her to hear them and you’ll know.
Read More6 Things White People Can Do To Reach Friends and Family Members to End Racism
Originally published on Medium and republished here with the author’s permission. All across America, people are wondering what to do to stop the rising tide of fascism and many feel powerless and frustrated. I posted on social media that white people need to do more and specifically to reach those white men marching with torches, chanting Nazi slogans. They…
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