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5 Things Being Read As Queer Has Taught Me About Privilege
There’s more than one way to be queer – but you wouldn’t know it from the comments this author gets about her relationship. Have you made any of the assumptions she debunks in this article?
Read MoreWhat to Do When Your Child Wants to Dress in a Gender Non-Conforming Way: 5 Alternatives to Forcing Gender Normativity on Children
Are you startled by the idea of this, or not even batting an eye? Either way, you should know about healthy ways to respond.
Read More4 Ways Therapists Failed Me As a Woman
Stereotyping, making assumptions – it’s hard to find healing with mental health professionals following these patterns. Here’s what many therapists could do differently.
Read More5 Common Ways Our Communities Fail to Address Intimate Partner Violence
What this author witnessed is far too common – and what’s worse is that so many of us in social justice groups don’t know how to respond as bystanders to partner violence. Are any of these familiar to your community?
Read MoreMy Journey to Eating Disorder Treatment as Neither a Man Nor Woman
These obstacles hurt trans and non-binary people seeking eating disorder treatment, but all of us can learn from how to address them.
Read More5 Lies TV Teaches You About Being a Teenaged Girl
When you’re a teenager, your life is all about glamour, adventure, and romance, right? Well, no. But that’s what’s on TV. And while TV’s fictional stories may seem harmless, they can set up unhealthy expectations of how your life is supposed to be. So here’s the real deal – why your reality is valid. How has your teenage experience been different from TV?
Read More4 Ways To Support People Who Are Survivors Of Sexual Assault
The reality is that survivors are often faced with individual opposition, disbelief and institutional hurdles when they come out.
Read More4 Lies We Need to Stop Telling About Asian-American Men
Our society, and in particular our media, often make Asian-American men out to be “not manly enough” and “too feminine” – by virtue of their race. This is not just racist but also patriarchal. But the thing is, Asian-American men are — believe it or not — like other human beings. They’re diverse and complex. So let’s uncover some of the most common lies.
Read MoreYes, Poor People Have Eating Disorders, Too
“Eating disorders aren’t just for rich white girls.” Stereotypes about who “can” have eating disorders are having some awful consequences.
Read MorePrivilege 101: A Quick and Dirty Guide
“Privilege” is a word you’ll hear often in social justice spaces, both offline and online. Some people understand the concept easily. Others – and I was like this – find the concept confusing and need a little more help. If you’re willing to learn about privilege, but you don’t know where to start, you’ve come to the right place! Here are the basics.
Read More5 Reasons I Refuse to Call Myself An ‘Ally’ – And Why I Use ‘Turncoat’ Instead
What are we missing when we call ourselves allies? This author had some insightful realizations about what it really takes to give support, and you might find yourself taking off the “ally” label once you’ve read them.
Read More‘Don’t Make Us Look Bad’: The Invisibility of LGBTQIA+ Intimate Partner Violence
We’re taught that a “normal” relationship has a cisgender man and a cisgender woman. Same with a “normal” case of intimate partner violence. But reports of LGBTQIA+ intimate partner violence are on the rise. So why is LGBTQIA+ IPV so invisible? Let’s survey the scene, and get some essential guidelines for giving safe and affirming support to LGBTQIA+ IPV survivors.
Read MoreHere’s What Really Happened the Night of Stonewall – And Why It Matters Now
Do you know your LGBTQIA+ history? The trailer for an upcoming film about the Stonewall Riots shows some important details missing. Here’s what you need to know about how today’s fight for liberation started.
Read MoreIs Your Script Actually Trans Positive? Use This Checklist To Do It The Right Way
This article was originally published on Woke and republished here with the author’s permission. What’s the bottom line? For trans characters in film and TV, roles seem to follow these same boring formulas: Their storylines are either entirely about being trans or are transition-focused. They are usually played by cis people, conveniently making it so…
Read More3 Ways Biphobia Hurts Bisexual People’s Mental Health
“It’s just a phase.” You’ve probably come across negative bisexual stereotypes – but do you know how they affect the mental health of bisexual people? This article shows how you can help, and why it’s so important to do so.
Read More4 Ways Mainstream Animal Rights Movements Are Oppressive
You can be invested in animal rights, veganism, or vegetarianism without perpetuating other forms of oppression – but be sure to steer clear of these common ways the mainstream movements can be hurtful.
Read MoreMy Tattoos Aren’t an Invitation for Harassment – So Please Stop ‘Tatcalling’ Me
Comments on tattoos can seem like harmless questions, conversation starters, or even compliments. But have you noticed these ways they’re similar to harmful catcalls?
Read MoreThey Call It ‘Compassionate Conservatism’ — I Call It Oppressive
“Compassionate conservatism” is the idea that one can simultaneously push marginalization, but doing it in a way that shows care. But usually, this “care” is focused all wrong — like, say, toward fetuses, but not toward accessible childcare. And there’s nothing compassionate about that. It’s harmful, it’s hurtful, and it’s oppressive.
Read MoreCelebrating Butch: A Powerful Photo Collection on Female Masculinity
In our gender binary world, it can be hard for butch folk to just be themselves. This amazing photo collection by Meg Allen shows how butch is being proudly reclaimed and expressed.
Read MoreThe ‘Problem’ With Male Virginity
I’ve talked before about the toxic culture surrounding masculinity and how it hurts men. Today, I want to start the conversation to help dismantle it. One of the best places to start is to talk about sex. Specifically: male virginity and the shame in not having sex. Let’s talk about the problems with the way we think about male virginity and how to fix them.
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