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Surviving a Bad Reputation
Did the racy pictures get sent around the school? Did you hook-up with someone’s boyfriend and now the whole school hates you? Are you the victim of slut bashing and don’t even know why? The pain and embarrassment of being labeled a “slut’ or ‘ho” can be unbearable but there are steps you can take to navigate a bad reputation.
Read MoreSuit or Sari? On Professionalism and ‘Ethnic’ Dressing
Might a woman wearing a sari at a podium get a different reception than a woman wearing a dark suit? Perhaps. I guess it depends on if the podium is in New York or Topeka. But isn’t that difference in reception one worth challenging and interrogating? It’s a personal choice – just as any other woman’s style of professional presentation is her personal choice.
Read MoreThe Problem With That Catcalling Video
Here’s your Weekly Feminist Round-Up, a collection of the top sociopolitical news stories and creative justice-focused content from around the globe. This week: Janay Rice speaks out about those racist DV Halloween costumes, updates from the missing Nigerian girls, and the unspoken problem with that video about street harassment in New York City. Check it out!
Read MoreWhat Men Can Do To Stop Street Harassment
With this time of year comes an increase in street harassment. So let me say it plainly to my male-identified people out there: Street harassment and leering are never okay. It’s all harassment. It’s all misogyny. And it all needs to stop. And since men are the primary perpetrators of street harassment, men bear the responsibility for ending it.
Read More5 Ways To Create a Femme Friendly Workplace
There’s a myth is that if you have enough women and femmes in your organization, your organization is automatically not sexist or femmephobic. This is absolutely untrue, especially if the only way for women and femmes to get ahead is to emulate men and masculinities. When I talk about femininity and masculinity I am talking…
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 MoreDoes Racial Bias Affect Your Dating Life?
“Wow, you’re cute for a ______!” Have you ever dated outside of your race(s)? Franchesca “Chescaleigh” Ramsey’s got some disturbing info that shows attraction is more complicated than you think.
Read More8 Warning Signs Your Partner is Actually Really Sexist
You might be used to encountering sexism on a daily basis without really noticing – but if these sound familiar for your relationship, you deserve to have something done about it.
Read More3 Simple Facts That Can Help Calm Your Breast Insecurities
Too big, too small, too lopsided – ever feel like your breasts aren’t “good enough?” Some common misconceptions might be getting to you, so let’s clear them up.
Read More6 Things a Feminist Woman Who Dates Men Should Look For on a First Date
How do you know if a new guy will respect you as an equal? These questions will help you figure it out early on so you don’t waste your time.
Read MoreWhy Saying ‘It’s My Choice’ Doesn’t Necessarily Make Your Choice Feminist
It’s a common refrain. But is every choice we make inherently feminist – or are we influenced by misogyny? Check out this smart perspective and tell us what you think.
Read More5 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 More6 Ways Better Sex Education for Men Can Help Fight Sexual Assault
These experts say that if we want to end sexual violence, we’ve got to start with better sex education. How else do you think sex ed could be improved?
Read MoreHow to Unlearn Internalized Oppression When Stereotypes Are Getting to You
How are people like you portrayed in the media? Kat Blaque answers a queer woman struggling with stereotypes, and her advice can help anyone dealing with internalized oppression.
Read MoreWhy Saying “Men Are Slaves To Their Sex Drive” Is Insulting To Men
What does it mean to generalize men’s sex drive as no stronger than a dog who humps everything? Men have will, agency – and here’s why they should be held to a higher standard.
Read MoreWhy We Need the Opposite of Rape Culture – Nurturance Culture
“It is time men recognize and nurture their own healing gifts.” We’re trying to shut down rape culture – but what do we need in its place? You’ll love this enlightening vision of nurturance culture.
Read More4 Things Men Are Really Doing When They ‘Play Devil’s Advocate’ Against Feminism
We get this a lot around here – the “other side of the story” about everything from the wage gap to street harassment. But this author’s seeing right through the guise.
Read MoreA Love Letter to All The Feminists Who Don’t ‘Look Like’ Feminists
Do you fit the internal stereotypes of what a feminist supposedly “looks” like? We don’t all need to be the same kind of feminist, and this ode to the “uncool kids” of feminism is for you.
Read More4 Reasons Social Justice Orgs Shouldn’t Be Led Only By Straight, White, Cis Men
Have you read these numbers showing the lack of diversity in the non-profit world? It’s pretty dismal – and these are some really important reasons to diversify the leadership.
Read MoreHere’s What Is (And Isn’t) Working in Men’s Work on College Campuses
Being on a college campus is a unique opportunity to promote healthy relationships to masculinity and reduce sexual violence by engaging men. But there are a lot of dangers in doing this work. Here are some ideas for doing it responsibly.
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