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5 Battles the LGBTQIA+ Movement Needs to be Fighting (Beyond Marriage Equality)
The Supreme Court’s historic decision on marriage equality doesn’t mean the fight is over – we can’t miss these important issues calling for change.
Read More10 Keys to Creating an Inclusive Classroom Community for LGBTQ Students
The unfortunate reality is that few schools are safe spaces for LGBTQ students. When I facilitate professional development sessions for teachers on building inclusive environments for diverse student populations, it’s clear most teachers want to be as supportive as possible to LGBTQ students, but aren’t sure how best to do so. So I’ve compiled a list of 10 things teachers can do to create a more inclusive classroom environment for LGBTQ students.
Read MoreWhy I’m Confused About My Sexuality – And It’s Okay If You Are, Too
There’s a lot of pressure to really “know” who you are when it comes to your sexuality. But this reminder from Connor Manning is really reassuring.
Read MoreI Am Enough: 3 Strategies for LGBTQIA+ People Dealing with Family Rejection
LGBTQIA+ people, particularly youth, are one of the groups most affected by family rejection, a painful experience to endure. Here are a few strategies to help you cope.
Read MoreCelebrating the Love between Queer Women of Color – In 25 Gorgeous Photos!
How often do you get to see this? In the media, queer women of color are often invisible, and we know that’s a shame. Boosting visibility can break down stereotypes, show the endless beauty of love between women of color, and empower more women to know they’re worth celebrating. So here are 25 stunning photos of queer women of color to make you swoon.
Read More5 Good Reasons Why the LGBTQIA+ Acronym Shouldn’t Include ‘Ally’
Should the LGBTQIA+ acronym include an “A” for “ally”? Here’s why allies don’t belong in the acronym – and where they should be instead.
Read MoreWe’re Taking Lesbian Sexuality Back from the Male Gaze and the Result Is Awesome
This comic says it all about men co-opting lesbian sexuality for their own pleasure – finally, the kind of queer media we’ve been wishing for!
Read More4 Eye-Opening Stories From LGBTQIA Asians and Pacific Islanders
Intersectionality dictates that experiences will vary based on the intersecting identities of the individuals in play. For queer people, an important intersection is often race, especially as it relates to family dynamics. Check out this video featuring four stories of trials and triumphs that Asian and Pacific Islander members of the LGBTQIA+ community face.
Read MoreWhy Your Disbelief in My Queer Identity Doesn’t Negate Its Existence
One of the most obnoxious forms of ignorance that LGBTQ people face is identity policing, which often manifests as other people providing “theories” to explain your sexuality. Being queer means that people always feel entitled to an explanation — or worse, they think they know better. Let’s go through the various, ridiculous incarnations of queer identity police.
Read MoreA Vision For Marriage and Much More Than Marriage: Unfolding the Layers of Liberation
Increasing marriage equality is a great step in the right direction. But it’s more important than ever to broaden the scope of what we envision for queer liberation. By unfolding the many layers of what liberation and equality could look like for the LGBTQ+ community, we’ll be able to see a nuanced picture of marriage equality that is couched in the larger movement for social justice.
Read MoreWant to Better Support LGBTQIA+ and Male Survivors of IPV? Here’s Why We Need More (Not Less!) Gender Analysis
Think a gender-less approach to IPV work is best? Think again. That actually hurts survivors. Here’s how.
Read More17 Lies We Need to Stop Teaching Boys About Sex
Men and boys are a big part of the equation in discussions about sex positivity, so let’s debunk these 17 myths boys often learn about sex.
Read More6 Ways to Make Room for Mistakes in Activism – And Still Hold Each Other Accountable
Is it possible to make more room for mistakes in activism without letting people off the hook for causing harm? Here are some strategies you can try to support growth in our movements.
Read MoreOne Simple Question About Society’s Ridiculous Biases Around Gender
If you could ask one question about society’s biases around gender, what would it be? This comic gets straight to the point with one simple question.
Read MoreHere’s How We Can Center Queer & Trans Survivors In The #MeToo Movement
I pray that queer and trans survivors aren’t left behind — our voices deserve to be front and center in the movement as much any other survivor.
Read MoreHere’s Why You Need To Practice Radical Vulnerability Online
I have put myself out there in ways that feel terrifying because it’s a revolutionary act as a multiply marginalized person to even exist in such a visible way.
Read More5 Dangerous Mistakes I Made When I Started Practicing Polyamory
These are super common – even among people who “get” polyamory in theory. If you’re new to polyamory, this can help you avoid some hurtful mistakes.
Read More8 Ways Allies Can Show Up For the Queer Community After Orlando
If you want to help support queer folks as we heal from the horrific violence in Orlando, these are some great ways to step up as an ally.
Read More3 Ways Polyamorous People Are Excluded in Queer Communities – And Why It’s Wrong
Queer communities are so important – but they can also be oppressive, and this article breaks down how excluding non-monogamous people means conforming to a harmful status quo instead of challenging it.
Read MoreNo, The Existence of Trans People Doesn’t Validate Gender Essentialism
Allyship with trans people is a core component to intersectional feminism. Yet there is still one question that consistently comes up: “Don’t trans people validate that men and women must exist within certain societal roles? Doesn’t it perpetuate gender essentialism?” Not so fast. Read on to understand how supporting diverse experiences obliterates essentialism.
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