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5 Ways I Need White Women to Level Up Feminism Right Now
Righting the wrongs of exclusive mainstream feminism will take facing some hard truths. For white feminists, these steps can help you start that work.
Read MoreHow White Americans’ Hatred of Racism Actually Supports Racism Instead of Solves It
Nothing upsets white Americans like calling them a “racist.” But this shows how distancing yourself from racism can actually support it – and what to do instead.
Read More3 Myths That Make Navigating the Radical Left as a Person of Faith Difficult
Straddling the line of two worlds – in this case, radical politics and spiritual beliefs – wouldn’t be so hard if people realized that they can coexist.
Read MoreAfrica Is Not a Derailment Tactic: Why Belittling ‘First World Problems’ Is Oppressive
“This is not important. First world problems!” Do you know how you’re perpetuating oppression by making comments like these?
Read MoreStop Being So Attached!: A Beginner’s Guide on Problematic Language
Language is an extremely finicky thing. Much like a snowball, a language picks up habits from the culture that uses it as time goes on, especially our really bad habits like racism, sexism, and homophobia. If a single word is enough to dismiss and disregard an entire population’s feelings, ideas, and humanity, you can imagine why those people would want it erased from society’s vocabulary.
Read More7 Ways to Make Your Wedding More Socially Conscious (And Feminist!)
The institution of marriage isn’t exactly designed for folks who don’t fit the mold. But you can reclaim it – here are some fun and socially conscious ideas for creating a wedding that’s just right for you.
Read MoreHow to Support Standing Rock – And Confront What It Means to Live on Stolen Land
How can you help indigenous people fighting the North Dakota Access Pipeline? These tips include strategies allies can start using right now to help make a difference.
Read More3 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Learning an Indigenous Language as a Non-Native
Learning a Native language isn’t as simple as you might think. These questions will help you make sure you do it in a non-oppressive way.
Read More7 Strategies for White Educators to Help Foster Racial Justice
If you’re making an effort to make the classroom better for children of color, that’s awesome. These tips can help you make a powerful difference.
Read MoreEnding Anti-Blackness Needs to Be a Top Priority for Asian Americans – Here’s Why
This author’s working on unlearning anti-Blackness, and they’ve got some important insights to share about why this is so important for Asian Americans. Have you noticed these ways anti-Blackness goes unchecked?
Read MoreJK Rowling’s Anti-Native ‘Magic’ Racism – And How Authors Can Do Diversity Better
“What’s the big deal” about the anti-Native racism in fiction like JK Rowling’s “History of Magic in North America?” Find out where she’s gone wrong – and why it really matters.
Read More7 Questions Latinxs Who Don’t ‘Look Latinx Enough’ Get (And Why They’re Harmful)
Is your idea of “looking Latinx” based on stereotypes? You might be surprised by this info.
Read More9 Ways Privileged People Can Reduce the Negative Impact of Gentrification
What many of us see is a subtle, nuanced version of gentrification, in which not every change is bad and there aren’t any obvious heroes or villains. But just because something doesn’t look like a problem doesn’t mean it’s not a problem. So we can choose to enjoy the colorful, “revitalized” façade of our shiny new neighborhoods – or we can peek behind the curtain.
Read More4 Things You Need to Know Before Planning a Vacation to Hawaii
Your dreams of a Hawaii vacation might include pristine beaches and grass skirts. But your trip would be even better if you know the real history of Hawaii – and how to leave oppression out of your plans.
Read More5 Reasons Why We Need to Change the Way We Talk About ‘Emasculating’ Asian Men
It’s important to shut down the stereotypes “emasculating” Asian men. But this author’s got some great points about how we tend to talk about these stereotypes in problematic ways – starting with calling it “emasculation.”
Read More10 Things Trans Activists and Allies Need to Remember That Have Nothing to Do With Caitlyn Jenner
When someone brings up Caitlyn Jenner as a model trans person, it can actually be a great prompt for expanding the conversation. Here are some ways to help shift our society’s focus from supporting only trans folk who are deemed “acceptable” to addressing cissexism and gender-based oppression.
Read More10 Defensive Reactions to White Privilege That Make No Damn Sense – But Are Super Common
“You’re the real racist for talking about race!” You’ve probably come across some of these reactions denying white privilege – if you haven’t had them yourself.
Read More4 Lies You’ve Fallen for If You Think the US Is a ‘Melting Pot’
Think people are going about anti-racism all wrong when they don’t “blend” their cultures into a melting pot? Here’s the ugly truth behind the melting pot idea.
Read More3 Differences Between the Terms ‘Gay’ and ‘Queer’ — and Why It Matters
“Gay” and “queer” are sometimes used interchangeably – but are they really the same? This author’s identifying a few of the differences that might just change your perspective on these terms.
Read More3 Ways White Cis Gay Men Can Do Better for the LGBTQIA+ Movement
If you’re a white cis gay man, you know what it’s like to be marginalized. But you still have the most societal power in the LGBTQIA+ community, so here’s how you can use it to lift up the less privileged members of the community.
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