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I remember when my parents subscribed to cable television. I began to realize where I, as a young woman, received value. While I wasn’t consciously critiquing TV as a tween, I was absorbing their messages, and the message was primarily that women are objects. And don’t get me started on diversity! But today I’m not here just to critique. I’m here to celebrate.

Fascinated by this world of unleashed sexual expression, the author of this article couldn’t get enough of it. He thought he’d outgrow his porn habit over time, but he never did. He didn’t know it then, but porn had become an addiction. He didn’t realize how much watching porn manipulated his mind, warping his sexuality, numbing hi feelings, and impacting his relationships with women. Read this personal narrative to find out how he overcame his addiction and got to a healthier place.

How do you apologize for your behavior in a way that’s meaningful and genuine? Check out this video from Franchesca Ramsey to find out!

The United States incarcerates a greater proportion of its population than any country in the world by far. When so few know the full extent of their own rights, even fewer are aware of or do not care about the rights guaranteed to the incarcerated. Despite the supposed “guarantee” of these rights, prisoners all over the U.S. are forced to serve out sentences in inhumane and torturous conditions.

Street harassment is a phenomenon all too familiar to most women, but it’s something they often feel powerless to stop. Kat Lazo addresses male feminist allies as well as the women who encounter street harassment and explains what each can do to fight this pervasive form of misogyny. Watch as she shares her own story of street harassment, and ways she recommends handling similar situations.

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We all have our own ways of coping with trauma, so here’s a reminder that your way is okay.

Cis guys, your privilege can show up in all aspects of society – and yep, that includes the bathroom. So here’s how you can be a better ally to the folks you share a bathroom with.

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As a black, non-binary person, this author spends a lot of time reasserting their right to exist as they are. Here are some rights that are not up for debate – and that every ally and black, non-binary person should know.

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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.

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Language around trans women is constantly evolving. So if you’re a cis ally, let’s make sure you don’t use these phrases and accidentally cause harm.

Do you think “just ignore him” is good advice for women facing street harassment? This woman’s story of being blamed for a stranger’s harassment will change your mind.

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Are you a white feminist who doesn’t want to talk about racism? This author gets it, because she used to be one, too. The lessons she’s learned can give you a whole new outlook on what feminist conversations need to include.

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As a society, we’re hooked on the idea of sex as a binary thing – and that hurts intersex people, especially youth! Learn from intersex youth about the best ways you can support them.

Worried that you might be a “bad bisexual?” Connor Manning shuts down the idea that there’s a wrong way to be bi.

The Women’s March wasn’t as inclusive as it could’ve been – but before you get defensive, check out these important lessons on effective protesting.

A “scientifically proven” diet to help you lose weight? Somebody’s lying to you, and this comic exposes the truth.

Do bisexual people have “passing privilege” if they’re perceived as straight? You might think so, but this comic shows why that’s a harmful assumption to make.

“Things are better now, right?” Some people think the days of needing to fight for women’s rights and racial justice are over. Here’s SNL’s Sasheer Zamata with a hilarious take on what they’re missing.

When you’re with your friends and someone makes a sexist joke and everyone laughs along, it can be easier to accept it, rather than make a point about it, right? We’ve all been there. But it’s these kinds of casual jokes in the everyday language that we use that subtly help feed a culture of sexism – and we want to stop that. So here’s Hannah Witton with some ideas on how.

So you know someone who has felt comfortable enough to ask you to refer to them by different gender pronouns. This is a big step for them, and the way you proceed is very important. Some of the most common reactions and behaviors can have damaging effects on the person. Check out this comic for a simple introduction to the DOs and DON’Ts of pronoun etiquette!