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Answers to Your Top 7 Questions About Women’s Studies
“What jobs can you get with a Women’s Studies degree?” Marina Watanabe hears lots of misconceptions about being a Women’s Studies major. So she asked for your questions, and here are her answers.
Read More12 Reasons Why There’s Orgasm Inequity (And No, It’s Not That Women Are ‘Harder to Please’)
Have you heard of “the orgasm gap?” Some people say it’s harder for women to have orgasms – but these statistics and cultural norms will convince you that there’s more to the story.
Read More5 Ways ‘Asian Woman Fetishes’ Put Asian Women in Serious Danger
If you’ve ever wondered what the “big deal” is about racist fetishes, this horrifying information about the objectification of East Asian women will show you exactly why they’re a problem.
Read MoreMakeup or All Natural? Just Stop Telling Women What to Do With Their Faces
Some people might say you look “tired” without makeup, others would say to go for a “natural” look – but at the end of the day, why is anyone trying to tell you what to do with your face?
Read More8 Tips for Trans Women of Color Who Are Considering Suicide
“Sometimes, it is all you can do to keep yourself breathing.” If you’re a trans woman of color who’s thinking about suicide, you’re not alone. Here are the lessons that helped this author keep breathing, even on the hardest days.
Read More5 Ways ‘Respectability Politics’ Blame Black Women for Their Own Oppression
Your appearance, your emotions, your sexuality and more – have you learned any of these lessons in respectability politics? This info helped this author start to unlearn the racist self-hatred – and it might help you do the same.
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 More6 Things Every Man Who Dates Trans Women Needs to Know
Because of transmisogyny, dating trans women comes with intense social stigma. Here’s one trans woman’s affirming guidance on navigating shame, loving trans women, and loving yourself.
Read MoreHow to Deal with the Misguided Stigma Against Women’s Body Hair
Ever feel like your body hair makes you less of a woman? This cute comic gets what you’re going through – and it’s got the affirmation you need to deal with the awful stigma.
Read MoreThings Black Women with Natural Hair Are Tired of Being Told
“Oh my God, did you cut your hair?” If you can relate to getting these comments, you’ll love this hilarious video. Everyone else should take note of why it’s best to avoid these microaggressions.
Read MoreHow Judging Women for Dependence on Men Reveals Your Internalized Misogyny
Lots of people think feminism requires being financially independent – but this perspective on the myth of independence might surprise you.
Read MoreThe Shocking Numbers Behind the US’s Exploding Women Prisoner Population
You’ll be appalled when you find out how much the population of women prisoners has been increasing. Why is this number growing so dramatically? This infographic has the whole horrifying truth.
Read MoreWhy What Women Choose to Wear on Their Feet Is None of Your Business
They’re just shoes – but these judgments reveal a lot about society’s attitudes about women. Can you relate to any of these people?
Read MoreBlack Women Speak Out About Experiences With Police Brutality
We must start to listen to Black women’s voices when they tell us “I too am a target of policy brutality.” The women in this video are speaking up — are we listening?
Read MoreAn Explanation for Why It’s Not Just Men Who Pressure Women Into Feminine Norms
It’s not as simple as men pressuring women to be feminine – we police each other and shame ourselves all the time. Here’s why we can’t escape the judgment.
Read MoreHow ‘Orange Is the New Black’ Misrepresents Women’s Federal Prison (And Why It Matters)
OINTB is helping some of us wake up to what’s happening in women’s prisons, but it’s not perfect – and this reality is much more shocking.
Read MoreCalling Grown Women ‘Girls’ Is Sexist As Hell – Here Are 4 Reasons Why
Saying “girls” comes so naturally to many of us – but what’s the impact?
Read MoreFeminism’s Not Just for White Women – And This is the Perfect Pizza Metaphor to Show Why
Need some help explaining or understanding intersectional feminism? Akilah’s quick and delicious analogy has you covered.
Read More3 Common Feminist Phrases That (Unintentionally) Marginalize Trans Women
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.
Read More23 Ways Feminists Have Made the World a Better Place for Women
Why are we still having to argue that feminism is a good thing? It may seem obvious to you, but there’s still a debate. Feminism has proved that women’s rights are human rights. Denying that is a blatant disregard for the historical record. So here’s a pocket edition of the achievements. Check it out for the next time someone says feminism has a negative impact.
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