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4 Ways I Learned to Hate My Afro As a Black Latinx (And Why I Love It Anyway)
If you can relate to the awful lessons people taught this author about his hair, you’ll love the affirmations he has for fellow Afro Latinxs.
Read More3 Ways Our Middle Class ‘Good Intentions’ Do More Harm Than Good
There’s nothing wrong with “good intentions,” right? Find out why this author’s worried about middle class good intentions, and you’ll realize it’s not so simple.
Read MoreSo You Think You’re Polyamorous: A Guide to Coming Out to Yourself
Figuring out if you’re polyamorous isn’t easy when society conditions us to believe that having multiple partners is abnormal or deviant. But your feelings are valid, and these tips will help you sort them out.
Read More8 Ways to Practice Self-Care When College Is Taking a Toll on Your Spirit
You’ve probably heard how important self-care is. But if you’re in college – especially if you’re a marginalized student – you also know it can be hard to juggle self-care with school. These tips can help.
Read More6 Common Phrases That Are Fueling Xenophobia Every Day
“No, where are you really from?” Donald Trump’s not the only one breeding fear of “outsiders.” These xenophobic phrases are in our everyday language – check them out to make sure you’re not part of the problem.
Read More4 Reasons Why Being Pro-Black Isn’t the Same as Being Anti-White
Ever felt like someone speaking up for the Black community was being “reverse racist?” You might be surprised by what’s perpetuating this belief – and you should check out why pro-Black does not mean anti-white.
Read More‘I’m Single Parenting Tonight, Too’ and 7 Other Things That Aren’t Helpful to Say to Actual Single Parents
Do you know any single parents? Then you should know what’s hurtful and helpful to say to them. This mom has learned a lot about the judgments thrown at single parents, including well-intended words that cause harm. Find out what not to say to a single parent, and get ideas for how to offer support. Let’s help break the isolation and stigma single parents face.
Read MoreWe Have a Women’s Leadership Problem – And It’s Not for the Reasons You Think
The numbers showing women’s underrepresentation in leadership are dismal – and way too many people believe in these myths about why. Does this information surprise you?
Read More3 Facts You May Not Know About the Racist Origins of ‘Colorblindness’
Think you’re helping end racism by saying you don’t “see” color? This horrible history of why you’re taught to be “colorblind” will make you think again.
Read More3 Things To Consider When Choosing Between Calling Someone Out Or Calling Them In
There’s been a lot of talk lately critiquing call-out culture – and a lot of the concerns are valid. But is calling in always the answer? Or can that sometimes reproduce oppression inside social justice movements? Read this to get the lowdown on when each approach might be useful by centering on how to be most survivor-centered and how to achieve the results you want.
Read More4 Ways Parents Can Support Their Mixed Race Children
If you have or are planning to have children who are mixed race, then this author’s tips can help you avoid some common pitfalls and give your child the support they need.
Read MoreYour Internalized Dominance Is Showing: A Call-In to White Feminists Who Believe That #AllLivesMatter
From birth, those of us with privileged identities, such as being a man or white, are socialized to believe that all the opportunities we get are a result of individual merit. This is the fuel with which the oppression monster feeds itself, and it is something that we feminists — especially those of us who are white feminists — must unlearn to truly combat oppression.
Read More6 Loving Ways to Practice Self-Care After a Miscarriage
Miscarriage can be incredibly difficult to deal with, and it’s hard to know where to start when it comes to self-care. But loving yourself is so important, so this author’s sharing some supportive tips.
Read MoreHow College Policies Fail at Preventing Rape – And What We Need Instead
You’ll be pissed when you read these facts on the campus policies that support predatory rape culture. What do you think we should do about it?
Read More5 Ways Able-Bodied People Can Do Better By People in Wheelchairs
These tips are really easy to carry out, and they’ll make a big difference. Leave us a comment if you have more ideas!
Read More9 Renters Rights Your Landlord Doesn’t Want You To Know
Editor’s Note: We at Everyday Feminism would like to note that this is a United States specific post and that tentants’ laws vary by state. We encourage you to check out the laws where you live to make sure you know your rights. In 2001 I went to law school evenings across the street from…
Read MoreCameras, Consent and Conservative Rapeyness
We live with a deep and persistent societal tolerance for the use of women’s bodies by others for their own purposes, profit, political gain and entertainment. Cameras and harassment are the tip of an iceberg of male regulation of women’s bodies and behaviors. Legislation, based on a cultural acceptance of women’s bodies as public resources, is much more pernicious.
Read More4 Racial Dog Whistles That Politicians Use (While Pretending They’re Not Racist)
How do politicians like Trump rile up their audiences about race while pretending they’re not racist? These racial dog whistles will sound familiar.
Read More5 Reasons Why No One Should Be Legally Required to Tell Their Parents About Their Abortion
A majority of states require parental involvement in the decision of those under 18 to have an abortion. On the surface, this seems well-intentioned. But what’s really underlying these laws? Here are 5 reasons why parental involvement laws do more harm than good, and why no one, regardless of age, should be legally required to obtain consent from their parents for an abortion.
Read More4 Ways to Overcome Self-Blame After Sexual Assault
This author knew her rape wasn’t her fault – but she couldn’t stop blaming herself. If you can relate, it’s important to address these feelings. Here are some tips to help your healing.
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