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Why the Ageism Dialogue Belongs in Feminism
Most people understand that to be a feminist means to treat people as equals and abolish the “isms” in society. There’s one “ism” that usually gets left out of the feminist dialogue. And that’s ageism.
Read More6 Amazing Acts of Resistance You Weren’t Taught About in US History Class
Do you know who you can thank for ethnic studies classes? Or about Native Hawaiian resistance? Find out what we can learn from these for our activism today.
Read MoreHey, ‘Identity Politics’ Critics: Women and People of Color Need Economic Justice, Too
Were the election results really about “identity politics” vs class issues? Here’s how this debate centers poor white men and erases the rest of us.
Read More7 Everyday Ways Neurotypical People Are Privileged – And Often Don’t Even Know It
The difference between how people treat this author and how they treat her sister really shows how ability privilege shows up for neurotypical people. Does this list show any privileges you didn’t know you had?
Read MoreGet Mad When Folks Ask You to Be Scent-Free? Here Are 8 Things to Consider
When you think of them this way, these common arguments against going scent-free really don’t hold up.
Read More5 Lessons I’ve Learned As the Partner of Someone with an Invisible Disability
Do you know what it’s like to love someone who’s suffering? We’re really glad this author’s sharing what he’s learned – this info can help us support our loved ones and ourselves.
Read More3 Ways to Lovingly Talk to Your In-Laws (Or Anyone, for That Matter) About That Hella Oppressive Thing They Just Said
The bad news: Your in-laws are harboring some bigotry. The good news? If you approach them this way, they’re all potential allies.
Read MoreCommunity Orgs Can Break Your Heart. Here’s How You Can Change This.
Originally published on Rainier Valley Corps and cross-posted here with their permission. I’ve learned a hard truth while working and volunteering at community-based organizations (CBOs) over the past decade: Community can break your heart. In fact, mine’s been broken so many times now that I’ve asked myself if fighting on the front lines for the…
Read MorePublic Forgiveness: The Crucial Missing Step To Making Call Out Culture Non-Toxic
We all know that one person who you and your friends no longer ask about, a persona non grata within social justice. For the purposes of this article, let’s refer to her as G. She’s just one of the many people who have been excommunicated from social justice activism by way of social media call…
Read MoreHow Can You Make a ‘Real’ Difference? Try These 9 Acts of Everyday Radical Activism
You might feel like you don’t have the resources to be a “real” activist. But anyone can take these practical steps toward radical social change.
Read More5 Reasons Why I Identify As a Rape Victim, Not a Rape Survivor
“You’re not a victim. You’re a survivor.” You may have said this to someone who was sexually assaulted – until recently, this author did, too. Here’s what changed her mind.
Read MoreWhat I Wish My Loved Ones Understood About Being Suicidal
There’s no instruction manual on supporting your loved one who is suicidal – but this author’s reflections may help you understand more about what they’re going through.
Read More6 Common Expressions That Uphold Rape Culture and Objectify Women
We’re probably all guilty of using expressions that perpetuate rape culture at some point – it’s hard not to when they’re so ingrained in the way we speak. So let’s talk about what’s behind these phrases.
Read MoreFeminism 101: A Crash Course in Vocabulary
There’s a whole lot of lingo in social justice circles these days – and if you don’t know all the vocab, you might feel out of the loop. Here’s Marina Watanabe with a handy guide to the basic terminology of feminism.
Read MoreThe Danger of Claiming ‘Not All Men/White People/Privileged People’ Are to Blame
“Racists are a problem – white people aren’t,” “Not all men,” and more – people put a lot of effort into saying that not everyone in the dominant group is a problem. Kat Blaque’s breaking down what you’re missing when you rush to say this.
Read More5 Facts About Eating Disorders You Won’t Learn from Mainstream Media
If you’ve been personally affected by an eating disorder, you know they’re complex – and often misunderstood. Here’s some information we miss when we only focus on the link between eating disorders and mainstream media.
Read MoreThe Beginner’s Guide to Reproductive Rights – What They Are and Why We Need Them
When it comes to this subject, most people talk about abortion laws. But did you know we have much more to fight for to support all of our reproductive rights?
Read MoreDo These 4 Feminist FAQs Have You Stumped? Get Some Answers Here
Marina Watanabe’s got the scoop on some sticky situations, like how to talk to family about feminism, and she answers a question from an anti-feminist like a boss.
Read More5 Effective Ways People with Thin Privilege Can Fight Fatphobia
If you have thin privilege, and you want to fight fatphobia, what can you do? Here are some clear, practical, and powerful tips that can help.
Read MoreWhy Using the Dictionary Definition of Racism Just Doesn’t Work
We all need to pause and read this comic before using the dictionary definition of racism in an argument. While dictionaries are supposedly authorities on how we speak, they reflect the opinions of some people while excluding many more. Check out this comic to find out about the biased history of the dictionary, and learn a more useful approach to language.
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