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Why Everything We’re Led to Believe About People on Welfare Is Based on Lies
Ever come across those “Share If You Agree” memes about welfare? Here’s what’s really going on with people using public benefits programs – and why those memes are in dire need of a reality check.
Read More3 Ways the Media Could Step Up to Stop Abortion Stigma
We were shocked by the numbers on how often movies and TV show harmful myths about abortion. Can you think of an honest depiction in the media?
Read MoreDress Codes, Double Standards, and 4 Other Subtle Ways Women Face Sexism at Work
If you can relate to these, here’s some help proving how subtle sexism can create a hostile work environment – and hope for changing the conversation.
Read MoreYour Employer Should Be Giving You Paid Parental Leave – Here Are 3 Ways to Advocate For It
It’s unbelievable how many parents face a choice nobody should have to make.
Read More5 Things You Shouldn’t Say to Somebody Dealing with Anxiety
Saying the second one always seems like it’s helpful – until you find out what it’s like to hear it.
Read MoreFlipping the Script: 4 Reasons Fan Fiction Is a Feminist Pursuit
Although it’s often ridiculed and written off, fan fiction makes some serious progress when it comes to empowerment of marginalized people. It allows us to call out problematic media elements of the texts we love and subvert those narratives – leaving space to reclaim the stories. Read this piece to learn about how the world of fan fiction can be a feminist pursuit.
Read More5 Alternatives to Taking Your Spouse’s Last Name
For plenty of people, including feminists, taking their spouse’s last name is the right move. But for others, another arrangement would be a better fit. Here are 5 alternatives to think through as you decide.
Read MoreI’ll Get Married When (And If) I Want To: 6 Reasons to Stop Asking Women When They’re Tying the Knot
Can I kindly ask that you stop asking me when I’m getting married? It’s more than just annoying – asking a woman when she’s settling down actually perpetuates some pretty messed up messages we get from society. Here are six reasons to ditch that question and stop pushing people into the predetermined life path we (or society) deem fit for them.
Read MoreGiving Up On “Guilty” Pleasures: 4 Reasons to Stop Feeling Guilty About Things You Like
Self-care is a revolutionary act when living in a world that tells us we—especially those of us with marginalized identities—are not worthy of care, forgiveness, and gentleness. It allows us to fight back against oppression by affirming that yes, we do deserve to feel good. We are inherently worthy of care and attention, and we shouldn’t feel guilty for it.
Read MoreYou Don’t Have to Hate Women to Be Sexist: Everyday Ways You May Be Sexist Without Knowing It
Most men don’t want to be sexist. But because our culture privileges them — especially white, cisgender, straight men, they benefit from and often participate in sexism without even knowing it. And if they don’t recognize that, they can hurt other people – if unintentionally. So let’s break down how you can recognize and stop “subtle” sexism in your life.
Read More4 Ways to Stop the Silence and Stigma around Miscarriages
Miscarriage is a part of reproductive rights and justice — and something that we can’t afford to ignore. Here are four ways to combat the silence and stigma.
Read More3 Things Our Media Should Have — But Doesn’t (Because It’s So White Cis Heternormative)
The media we consume can impact the way we see our own bodies, our perspectives on races, cultures, sexualities, and genders. It’s disheartening to see the media prioritizing the stories of only a set group of people. It is absolutely essential that we continually call for improvement. So how can we to do that? Here are three things we must demand from media.
Read More4 Ways to Get Over the Feeling of Not Being Smart Enough
You know that feeling that you don’t deserve what you have and just got where you are based on luck? Well, it can lead to some serious problems. Here’s how to fight it.
Read MoreYou Deserve Paid Sick Leave (So How Can You Advocate for It?)
Make no mistake: Paid sick days are a feminist issue. And they’re one of those job benefits you don’t realize you want until you suddenly need them. The ability to take time off when you or a family member is sick impacts your health, well-being, and financial security. You shouldn’t have to choose between your paycheck and your health.
Read More4 Ways to Incorporate Feminism into Your Workplace
Just because your job isn’t feminist in scope doesn’t mean you can’t find ways to incorporate your social justice practices into the workplace. Why shouldn’t you transform your workplace into the kind the kind of place you actually want to be in? We all deserve access to safe, supportive, and feminist work spaces. But how can we start to make that happen?
Read MoreWhat Losing My Job Taught Me About Privilege, Sexism, and Oppression
About one year ago, I lost my job. The 6 months it took me to find a new position changed me, and maybe more importantly, it informed my feminism. It also brought me face-to-face with my own privilege. Having a “career” instead of a “job” is a privilege. Benefits, health insurance, and a living wage are all privileges, too – and I no longer take them for granted.
Read MoreFeminism and Anxiety: How the Movement Changed My Relationship with My Mental Health
Feminism can change your relationship with your anxiety. Here is how it changed for this author.
Read MoreThinking Critically About Problematic Media: A Basic How-To Guide
If you’re anything like me, you spend countless hours binge-watching your favorite TV shows, dancing to the songs that move you, and generally consuming a lot of media. That means that it is inevitable that some of the things you encounter and love are problematic. So what are we do to do when we encounter something that we love that is also deeply problematic?
Read MoreWhat’s in a Word? Navigating Language as an Activist
You don’t need me to tell you that words have meaning. So it should come as no surprise that the words we use as activists matter, too. The way we describe our movements, allies, and opponents are loaded with meaning, and it is our responsibility as feminists to be mindful of the ways in which we wield this power. So how can we use our words to make change?
Read More9 Phrases Allies Can Say When Called Out Instead of Getting Defensive
Defensiveness seems to be the most common response to getting called out – and allies aren’t saying these phrases nearly enough.
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