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The Case For ‘Latinx’ — And Why This Term Matters For Intersectionality
You might have noticed that we use “Latinx” instead of “Latino/a.” Here are two scholars on why Latinx is more than just a buzzword – it’s an important way to recognize intersectionality in Latinx communities.
Read MoreWhy Discussing Cultural Appropriation Isn’t Just Being Told What You ‘Can’t’ Do
Are you stuck on the idea that you’re being told you “can’t” do something if it’s an act of cultural appropriation? You might be missing the point. Here’s a different perspective to try instead.
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On Ending White Supremacy
Originally published on Medium and republished here with the author’s permission. Since Inauguration Day, the progressive community and people of good conscience more generally are experiencing a mix of dread, despair and fear as we steel ourselves to face the dystopian reality of the Trump era. We all recognize the threat that a Trump administration represents for…
Read MoreWhat Is White/Male Privilege?
You can’t spend more than a few minutes in a feminist space without hearing people talk about privilege. And if you’re new to feminism, the concept can be overwhelming. What exactly does “privilege” mean? What does it look like in today’s society? Check out this video from Marina Watanabe for an explanation of white privilege and male privilege!
Read MoreOn Ferguson and 4 Ways We Can Choose to Divest from White Supremacy
Whiteness is a system that was created for the sole purpose of consolidating power in the hands of a few in the US. And so, we face a choice: continue to invest in white supremacy, which dehumanizes everyone, or stand on the side of justice and regain our humanity. Ask yourself: What are you willing to give? And then check out these four ways to divest from whiteness.
Read More3 Examples That Show Even White Privilege Needs to be Viewed Intersectionally
White privilege doesn’t show up the same way for everyone – so you may balk at the idea that all white people have privilege. By complicating three common examples, this author helps you understand how privilege and marginalization can intersect.
Read More5 Ways Trump Liberated Us All From the Myth of American Exceptionalism
So much for that “post-racial society” we’re supposed to be living in – here’s the rude awakening that comes with Trump’s election, and what we can learn from it.
Read MoreHow to Self-Care When You’ve Messed Up
It’s never fun to be told that you’ve hurt someone – and ignoring your guilt or anxiety about it won’t help. So here’s how to take care of those feelings and more.
Read MoreYour Fat Stigma Is Racist – Here Are 6 Ways to Shift That
Have you noticed how white standards of beauty affect body image for people of color? Here’s how to shift fat positivity away from white supremacy.
Read More5 Actions White Educators Can Take to Help Make Schools Anti-Racist
How can white teachers help make classrooms more racially just? These ideas will help you move away from guilt and defensiveness and into action.
Read MoreWhy We Must Protect Sex Workers At All Costs During The #MeToo Era
Centering sex workers in the #MeToo movement will help to amplify the important work of those who are already organizing for sex worker rights.
Read MoreHere Are the Real Reasons Why We White People Struggle to Admit That Racism Still Exists
For some of us, it’s baffling when white people accuse us of “making everything about race.” Here’s the root of that reaction – and why putting down those defensive walls means powerful growth and transformation.
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Your Internalized Dominance Is Showing: A Call-In to White Feminists Who Believe That #AllLivesMatter
From birth, those of us with privileged identities, such as being a man or white, are socialized to believe that all the opportunities we get are a result of individual merit. This is the fuel with which the oppression monster feeds itself, and it is something that we feminists — especially those of us who are white feminists — must unlearn to truly combat oppression.
Read MoreWhy White Women Terrify Me
This author has always supported gender equality – so why are they scared of white women? This is a critical perspective on how white womanhood is weaponized.
Read MoreIf People of Color Had ‘White Fetishes’
In general, our society is moving toward a more accepting framework, and people seem to be more interested in becoming culturally aware. But in a misguided attempt to appreciate other cultures, many socially progressive folks end up exoticizing people of different cultures. Check out this hilarious satire to see what it sounds like when the roles are reversed.
Read More3 Important Lessons From My Mistakes as a Thin Ally to Fat Acceptance Movements
Being a thin ally to fat acceptance movements includes hard conversations about things like making sure your activism doesn’t further marginalize fat people. These lessons can be a helpful start.
Read More4 Ways People of Color Can Deepen the Conversation on Racism in Dating
With recent buzz about white people unlearning racist beauty standards, it’s time for people of color to push the conversation further for our own healing.
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