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In our gender binary world, it can be hard for butch folk to just be themselves. This amazing photo collection by Meg Allen shows how butch is being proudly reclaimed and expressed.

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Straight from the mouth of a guy who gets it. People still try to deny the existence of male privilege, but these examples show that it’s very real – and quite influential.

Want to say “not all men” because you’re not like that? Actually, distancing any man from the problem of sexism is dangerous – read this to find out why.

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Comments on tattoos can seem like harmless questions, conversation starters, or even compliments. But have you noticed these ways they’re similar to harmful catcalls?

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This author doesn’t give a shit about football – and that’s not the only way he doesn’t fit what society says being a straight man means. All men should read this account of breaking free from the pressure.

As women, we’ve gotta avoid the dreaded “bossy” label at work, right? These satirical tips will get you on the right track!

You can get some rude assumptions when you say that you don’t plan on starting a family, especially if you’re a woman. These reminders can help you deal.

How do we know male privilege is real? These everyday examples of gender inequality are a start. By naming these, we can start working to free ourselves and others from the impact.

It’s the favorite advice of patriarchal misogynists everywhere: “Man up.” (See also: “Grow a pair,” “Be a man,” and “Stop acting like a girl.”) This phrase presents a view of masculinity that is oppressive to not just women and gender non-conforming people, but to men as well. Check out Guante’s kick*ss poem with ten ways to respond to this so-called “advice.”

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Saying “girls” comes so naturally to many of us – but what’s the impact?

Have you heard of “the orgasm gap?” Some people say it’s harder for women to have orgasms – but these statistics and cultural norms will convince you that there’s more to the story.

What are some ways you’ve seen society teaching boys and men that women are theirs for the taking?

Are school dress codes really about helping create a learning environment? What happened to this author’s daughter will show you why they’re not.

Have you ever been told you’re “overreacting” when you speak out against sexism? Celia Edell’s take on how gaslighting is used to silence you can help get you through this frustrating response.

In a world where sexual violence is still the butt of too many jokes, Liz Miele flawlessly drenches humor in feminism and wrings patriarchy down the drain.

There’s a difference between being chivalrous and being nice. We should all be nice to everyone – regardless of their gender. But when you do something nice for women because of their gender, is not just being nice – it’s being chivalrous, which is based on the belief that women are fragile, delicate creatures who need special treatment.

“I grew out my hair, started wearing makeup and jewelry – and became effectively invisible in the queer scene.” With comments like “you’re too pretty to be a lesbian” just as common within the community as outside of it, queer feminine women are struggling.

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We’ve heard “real men don’t rape.” But the men who have raped are indeed very real. Learn about the dangerous myths we keep up by saying “real men don’t rape,” and let’s rethink our anti-rape campaigns.

They’re just shoes – but these judgments reveal a lot about society’s attitudes about women. Can you relate to any of these people?

Women’s clothing choices are constantly under attack; this comic shows how. Can you relate?