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10 Simple Things We Need To Do To Legitimately Lessen Climate Change
We might not all have the time or money to make monumental life changes. But I know I can educate myself, unplug my devices, and cut down on my meat consumption—and I believe you can too.
Read MoreTeenagers Get Real About Getting Help for Mental Health
Have you ever tried to tell someone that you’re struggling, only to have them dismiss you? These young people have great insights on mental health support.
Read More3 Reasons It’s Totally Valid to Have More Than One Gender Identity
“How can you be non-binary AND a woman?” These insights on gender helped this author find her truth about having more than one gender identity.
Read MoreThe Top 5 Feminist Conspiracies (According to Our Trolls)
Who has time for all these plans anyway? If you ask anti-feminist trolls, you do – catch up with what you’re supposed to be plotting for the Feminist Agenda.
Read More4 Critical Reasons Why Unions Are a Feminist Issue
Do you know how unions relate to the feminist issues you care about? Here’s what every feminist should know about unions and labor rights.
Read More3 Things ‘We’re Not All Lesbians’ Is Really Saying (And Why It’s Anti-Feminist)
Dispelling anti-feminist myths can look like proving we’re not all bra-burning, man-hating lesbians. But do you know what you’re implying the with “we’re not all lesbians” defense?
Read MoreHow Wealthy Corporations Get Welfare You’d Never Receive as an Everyday American
Tuition-free college, expanding Social Security – some people think such ideas are about Americans asking for “free stuff.” But check out these outrageous facts on the “free stuff” the wealthy 1% is getting.
Read More6 Examples of How Extroverts Benefit From Their Social Privilege
With US American society as it is – where things are expected to be open and available for any amount of poking and scrutiny – being an introvert isn’t exactly easy. This culture has been built for extroverts, often leaving introverts behind and feeling less-than. Check out this article to see how extroverts benefit from their social privileges on a regular basis.
Read More6 Helpful Ways to Check Your Male Privilege in Gender Neutral Bathrooms
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.
Read More5 Microaggressions Secular People Often Hear – And Why They’re Wrong
“What stops you from doing immoral things?” As an atheist, this author has heard some hurtful comments – even from people with good intentions. Here’s what to avoid.
Read MoreHere’s Why We Need Restorative Justice As an Option for Dealing with Abuse
“#1: The current system isn’t working.” What does it take to change abusive behavior? Restorative justice is an alternative to the criminal justice system, and here’s how it can help.
Read More4 Reasons Why We Should Stop Stigmatizing Women’s Body Hair
News flash: Women have body hair. Armpits, legs, genitals — even faces. And it’s become a widely accepted rule that they must remove this hair. Some women choose to do this freely, and some women choose to defy this standard. But the stigma runs even deeper than that. Here are four harmful side effects of body hair stigma that you may have overlooked.
Read MoreWhy People Hate Tess Munster (And Other Happy Fat People)
When fat and happy people get positive press, we get hope for body positivity. But scrolling down to the comments is a different story – there, you’ll find a monstrous amount of hate and criticism. So why is loving yourself so controversial? Find out with this spot-on take on how we’re all taught to feel badly about ourselves and why body love is for everyone.
Read MoreService Work Is Skilled Work – Get Over It
Think service workers like baristas are “low-skilled” workers who deserve low wages? It’s a common idea, but this info reveals what you’re getting very wrong.
Read More3 Compelling Truths About Feminism That All Black Men Should Consider
As the Black community continues to fight against anti-Black violence, legislation, and other forms of racist oppression, we must also learn how to be better allies and support systems to each other. This article asks the community to consider feminism as a tool to unite Black people across gender and heal the patriarchal remnants of slavery and white supremacy.
Read MoreWhat White People Say About About Black Lives Matter (And What You Really Mean)
The most common “concerns” white folks have about Black Lives Matter are totally missing the point. Celia Edell’s calling in fellow white folks to help you understand why.
Read MoreThe Everyday Comments Revealing Classism in Activist Communities
A moving perspective on the everyday complexities of living in poverty – that shows why we have a lot more work to do to address classism in our movements.
Read More4 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 More7 Ways White Jews Can Do Better By the Movement for Black Lives
Do you know how to support the liberation of black communities as a white Jewish person? Here are some strategies that can make a big difference.
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.
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