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6 Things To Do If Your Social Justice Job is a Toxic Environment
Unfortunately, as many idealistic activists have found, too many non-profit organizations have dysfunctional work environments. So what can you do if you’re working in one?
Read MoreThis White Feminist Loved Her Dreadlocks – Here’s Why She Cut Them Off
Her dreadlocks felt empowering – so why get rid of them? Read how she learned about cultural appropriation the hard way, and you’ll learn how to be a better ally and feminist.
Read MoreGyno Visit 101: A Step-By-Step Introduction to the Procedure
Many of us have been conditioned to see vaginas (even our own!) as something shameful, only to be talked about when “appropriate.” This perpetuation of silence and shame can make some people uncomfortable about going to the gynecologist, even though it’s an important part of staying healthy. So here’s a step-by-step guide on what to expect.
Read MoreThe Pain of Being Feminist in an Anti-Feminist World
The pain of being a feminist in an anti-feminist world is palpable and it stings. Online backlash is one thing. It isn’t deserved or excusable, but it’s expected. But what about when the backlash is in your real life, when it’s from friends or family? It can easily lead to resentment, frustration, and anger. So here are some ideas for self-care to deal with it.
Read More7 Actual Facts That Prove White Privilege Exists in America
White privilege is a concept that far too many people misunderstand. People of color aren’t unfairly discriminated against, the argument goes; they are just unwilling to work hard to get ahead. But structural inequality disproves that. Here are just a few of the things that are more than likely to be true if one happens to have been born white in America.
Read MoreTen Rules For Fat Girls
I’ve spent a lot of time and effort removing myself from body disparagement zones and have gotten comfortable with the idea that people can look like anything and it’s all good. Until I am reminded how many people out there live in a state of perpetual self-denial, self-denigration, and self-destruction just because of their fat. It is to those fat girls and to all of us who need a refresher course in body acceptance that I offer these Ten Rules.
Read MoreYour Favorite Media Is Problematic – Here’s How to Deal (And What Not to Do)
The bad news: Your fave is problematic. The good news: You don’t have to give it up – or perpetuate its oppressive aspects.
Read More5 Ways Latinxs Can Challenge Machismo in Our Families and Communities
Have you experienced the harm of machismo in your community? It comes with strict ideas about how “real men” should be – and here’s how you can challenge that harm, starting right at home.
Read More6 Disturbing Links Between My Mental Health and Growing Up in Poverty
What’s the relationship between poverty and mental health? If you’ve never been poor, you may be surprised to learn how poverty affects every aspect of life – and how that can have a damaging impact on mental health.
Read MoreHere’s Your Proof That White Americans Don’t Face Systemic Racism
Looking for solid evidence of how systemic racism targets people of color? You can’t deny the problem once you’ve read these statistics.
Read MoreWhy White America Demonizes the #BlackLivesMatter Movement — And Why That Must Change
Why is there so much backlash in response to a statement as simple as “Black Lives Matter”? That reaction says a lot – and here’s what’s really going on when people demonize these activists.
Read More6 Awful Things That Happen When We Think ‘Good’ People Can’t Be Rapists or Abusers
Whether they’re celebrities or people we know, we tend to believe “good” people are nothing like the “monsters” who rape and abuse. But here’s why we need to drop this idea – for survivors, for community, and for yourself.
Read More5 Barriers Keeping Marginalized People From Paying Off Student Loans
There’s more to the story of student loan debt than you might think. Can you name these barriers for marginalized people paying off student loans?
Read More4 Things Everyone Needs to Know About Endometriosis – And How You Can Help
Do you know why some people are feeling left out of period positivity and contraception talk? Endometriosis is one big reason – it’s terrifyingly common, and here’s what you need to know about it.
Read More13 Ways White Male Privilege Shows Up as Early as Elementary School
Do you know about all the ways students who are children of color, girls, and/or gender nonconforming are disadvantaged in our K-12 schools? Everyone needs to read this to understand how early privilege affects our lives.
Read MoreThink It’s #NotAllMen? These 4 Facts Prove You’re Just Plain Wrong
Want to say “not all men” because you’re not like that? Actually, distancing any man from the problem of sexism is dangerous – read this to find out why.
Read More5 Common Behaviors Cis Men May Not Realize Are Abusive (And How to Stop Them)
If you’re a cis man, you probably think of yourself as one of the “good guys.” But these abusive actions are more common than you may realize. Here’s how to change them.
Read More7 Things ‘Fiscally Conservative, But Socially Liberal’ People Don’t Understand
Ever come across this before? “I’m conservative, but I’m not one of those Tea Party bigots! I just want smaller government…” Here’s how being “fiscally conservative” is a lot more harmful than it seems.
Read MoreWe Are the Youth: Sharing Stories of LGBTQ Youth in the US
While mainstream media perpetually assaults us with oppressive stereotypes (if there is any representation of us at all), marginalized people are taking the online world by storm. This specific photographic project “captures the incredible diversity and uniqueness among the LGBTQ youth population,” providing them with a space to share their stories. Check it out!
Read MoreHow Non-Binary Identities Show What Society Gets Wrong About Gender
What does gender mean to you? This conversation with a group of young genderqueer folks offers refreshing perspectives on affirming identity beyond the gender binary.
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