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5 Good Reasons Why the LGBTQIA+ Acronym Shouldn’t Include ‘Ally’
Should the LGBTQIA+ acronym include an “A” for “ally”? Here’s why allies don’t belong in the acronym – and where they should be instead.
Read MoreA 5-Step Guide for Macklemore and White Allies Afraid of Doing Anti-Racism ‘Wrong’
How can white allies know how when to speak up and when to step back? Get some tips with this look at the Macklemore “White Privilege II” debate, and at Sam Smith, Iggy Azalea, and other white artists influenced by black music.
Read MoreEating Disorder Recovery Advocacy Is Usually Fatphobic – Here Are 4 Ways to Start Fixing That
The campaign this author came up with sounds like a good idea – but once you realize how it feels to fat people, you’ll know why we all need to do better.
Read MoreHey, White People! If You Really Want to Help End Racism, You Need to Invest in Other White People (Yeah, We Know It Sounds Counterintuitive)
Anti-racist white people sometimes make the mistake of forgetting to work directly with other white people. This article breaks down why that’s important.
Read More5 Tips for Being a Proactive Ally
The most important part of being an ally is recognizing one’s privilege and supporting marginalized groups in their fight for justice. But the nature of privilege is that you aren’t taught that you have it. So a lot of people aren’t sure how to do that. To help, Franchesca Ramsey has made this video with five action-oriented tips for how to be a better ally.
Read More‘Ally’ Is More Than a Label — It’s an Action
It’s easy to say you’re a male ally and a feminist. What’s not so easy is checking your privilege, making a deliberate effort to use your privilege in a constructive way, and giving up oppressive behaviors. But that’s what being a male feminist means. Check out this cartoon to see what it looks like when allies talk the talk, but don’t walk the walk.
Read More10 Simple Ways White People Can Step Up to Fight Everyday Racism
Wondering how to go from being a bystander to being able to do something about racism? Get some answers with this informative read.
Read MoreHow Feminism Can Better Support Moms Who Aren’t Straight, White, or Middle-Class
Moms are constantly under attack in our society – but how often does standing up for mothers include moms who are single, of color, poor, queer or otherwise marginalized? Here’s how to make sure you support them.
Read More4 Reasons People of Color Can’t Cater to White People’s Guilt – Or Their Tears
Have you ever encountered white guilt like this author did? Here are four good reasons why this author says “I can’t and won’t prioritize white tears, anger, and guilt.”
Read MoreHow Religion is Part of Intersectionality – This Sikh Social Justice Educator Says It All
Do you know how religion relates to race and intersectionality? Social justice educator Sonny Singh shares a perspective that we can all learn from.
Read More4 Reasons White People Can’t Use the N-Word (No Matter What Black Folks Are Doing)
Dear White Folks: We have to stop using the n-word. Here are four reasons why it’s never okay for us to say it – and what the so-called “double standard” is really about.
Read More7 Essential Steps to Being a Good Ally
It can be hard to know how to be a good ally. Do you have more ideas to add to Hannah’s list?
Read MoreSo You Want to Be a Male Feminist? Here Are 11 Simple Rules to Follow
Dear cis men, there’s plenty of room for you in the feminist movement. But first, you must remember that feminism was created to address the unique oppression that women have historically faced, while acknowledging how overwhelmingly present that oppression still is and the many ways in which you benefit from it. Check out this article for more ally protocols.
Read MoreOutdoor Recreation Isn’t Free – Why We Need to Stop Pretending It Is
Think anyone can spend time in nature if they’re motivated enough? Think again – here are a few ways that having privilege gives you more access to outdoor fun.
Read More4 Ways Latinxs Perpetuate Classism in Our Communities
Have you ever met someone who treated Latinx culture like this author’s classmate did? Here are some of the ways Latinxs with class (and often education) privilege can cause harm through classism.
Read More10 Types of Misogynist Men We All Need to Know About – And Then Call Out!
So you know the basics of how male privilege shows up – but do you know these subtler examples that are harder to identify? Addressing these can make a big difference beyond standing up to blatant sexism.
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 MoreSo You Call Yourself an Ally: 10 Things All ‘Allies’ Need to Know
There are lots of ways to be a great “ally” – and innumerable ways to be a terrible one. But it’s not rocket science. There are simple things you can keep in mind and do in order to be a better person “currently operating in solidarity with” the marginalized or oppressed. And while this list is not comprehensive, it’s definitely somewhere to start. So “allies,” let’s talk.
Read MoreThe Difference Between When a White Man Versus a Black Man Carries a Gun
Our society wants to desperately say that we’re a colorblind nation and racism has ended – despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary. To help you grapple with how different the experiences of white people and Black people can be in the US, check out this video by The Daily Show on what happens when a white man and a Black man assert their right to bear arms.
Read MoreHow Being the Only Black Student Taught Me What Internalized Racism Is Really About
We learned a lot from this author’s understanding of the “bigger picture” around internalized racism – and her inspiring story of finding community. Can you relate to her transformation?
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