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Do you know who threw the first punch at Stonewall? Do you know when the movement changed from “liberation” to “pride,” and why? If you care about justice for LGBTQIA+ communities, you have to know this history. Don’t miss these crucial lessons from Laverne Cox on why we must fight transphobia and end patriarchy, racism, and classism in the LGBTQIA+ community.

We are taught from a young age how to recognize abusive romantic relationships. But friendships as vehicles for abuse almost never cross our cultural radar. It might be time to take a step back and reevaluate whether it’s time to break up.

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When it comes to consent, you might think of slogans like “no means no” and even “only yes means yes.” But have you thought about how those messages change when you include people with disabilities in the conversation?

A person is covering their face as they stand beside a window covered in raindrops.

Do you know the factors that increase the risk of suicide in trans communities? This info shows that there’s nothing wrong with being trans, but there’s something horribly wrong with the way our culture treats trans people.

We need to be reminded that — in what often feels like an unwinnable battle against a stacked deck — our communities are smart, resourceful and creative.

This author passes for white, easily. In this article she reveals how, regardless of how she was raised or how she sees herself, this has made an impact on her life.

Editor’s Note: This article is not meant to suggest that readers forego traditional medicine when it’s necessary nor does it propose ancestral medicine as the solution to our healthcare crisis. It’s meant to explore other types of medicine that can be beneficial to supplement with Western medicine. When’s the last time you put your hands in…

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We don’t address issues of poverty nearly enough in LGBTQIA+ activism. Add bisexual erasure, and this intersection is bleak.

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Conversations about eating disorders, body image, and beauty standards often focus on straight, cisgender women. But they’re not the only ones struggling. If you’re transgender and dealing with body image concerns and disordered eating, you’re not alone. And you deserve support. Here are some barriers and solutions for trans folks learning to love our bodies.

There’s a harmful idea that people with degrees are better than those without them – and you might be falling for it if you’d say these things to a college dropout.

The depiction of rape in the media is not an inherently bad thing. But it is a bad thing when rape is part of a story line just for entertainment, for added suspense and sparkle. When television shows like Law & Order: SVU use and capitalize on rape as a means to allure viewers, the “featured” rape story becomes reduced to a mere gimmick, which is troubling and offensive.

Do you recognize these tired tropes about trans women from popular shows and movies? These “jokes” are so common that many of us still laugh along – but Kat Blaque’s got a better idea.

This article was originally published on The Huffington Post and republished here with the author’s permission. What does it mean to be a white ally for racial justice? Is it sharing a Jordan Edwards hashtag on twitter? Publicly decrying a lack of judicial justice every time a Black man is murdered by the police? Passing…

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Humiliation, harassment, abuse – do you know about the many dangers trans people face when flying? Here’s a break-down of the terrible impact, and the necessary changes that are long overdue.

So you’ve figured out that you’re polyamorous. Awesome! But you’re also currently in a monogamous relationship. Uh-oh. Entering into a polyamorous relationship from a previously monogamous one can take work – but not only is it not impossible. It also can lead to healthier, more fulfilling relationships! Check out this comic to learn how to talk to your partner about your polyamory.

As you’re creating an adaptable, inclusive safe space online, make sure to regularly check in — on your own needs, as well as the needs of your community.

Can you guess what Marina found out about the early days of rape culture? You may be surprised by how long it’s been around.

Whether it’s an everyday problem or a big life decision, turning to someone else for support and advice can feel uncomfortable and awkward. But listening and giving advice is equally tricky. Helping a loved one through a difficult time can be tough. It’s important to be conscious of your words and actions. Let’s discuss the everyday phrases that might give the wrong impression to a friend in need.

Do you experience paranoia? This comic has some guidance that can help.

While it’s great that more people are identifying as feminist, I’m also bored with claims that feminism is the notion that women are people or a belief in equality – and nothing more. I’m not interested in a feminism that’s not grounded in the hard work of dismantling oppression. Because we don’t need a feminism that’s trendy — we need one that’s transformative.