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What the Hell Is Wrong with the US? 7 Myths That Prop Up Mass Shooting Culture
“1. It can’t happen here.” These common reactions to mass shootings in the US reveal that many of us believe myths about everything from where violence happens to the impact of trauma. Here’s the truth.
Read More8 Common Myths About Homelessness – Debunked
“Myth #8: Services and buildings will end homelessness.” Society gives us a very limited image of what homelessness looks like – so unlearning these myths is essential.
Read MoreSigns Your Anti-Oppression Space Isn’t as Welcoming as You Think It Is (With 3 Steps to Make It Better)
Do you believe your communities are safe and welcoming for all? This comic shows some of the ways you can tell if not everyone feels that way. This practical information is vital to our understanding of why intersectionality is a priority. It’s not about you being a good or bad person, but having better tools – so here are the tools you need to create safer spaces.
Read More5 Myths That Women Have Been Sold About Their Bodies – And How They Disconnect Us From Our Authentic Sexuality
“When we teach women to feel ashamed of their bodies, we are also taking away their capacity to experience sexual pleasure…their ability to exercise sexual freedom.”
Read MoreWhat I Learned About My White Privilege From Watching ‘Get Out’
“I’m complicit in racism. And you are, too!” Are any of the themes in Jordan Peele’s “Get Out” familiar from your life?
Read MoreHow the History of Pubic Hair Removal Exposes Society’s Illusions About Your Body
Magazines have declared that pubic hair is “back.” But do you know where messages about your pubic hair really started – and how they affect you today?
Read MoreWhy Trigger Warnings Matter – Your Objections Answered
Are trigger warnings like censorship? Do they cause more harm than good? Is it your responsibility to avoid something that bothers you? This comic answers these questions and more.
Read More5 Facts That Will Absolutely Infuriate You About Police and Racist Violence
This summary about racist police brutality lets the facts speak for themselves – and they show loud and clear why you should be outraged by the killing of Alton Sterling and other victims.
Read MoreDear Fellow White People: Loving Hip Hop Doesn’t Make You (or Me) Anti-Racist
Are you a conscious consumer or one who contributes to the erasure of the reality of Black lives? Here are some concrete steps to being the former.
Read More5 Ways the LGBTQIA+ Movement Fails at Intersectionality
This author’s queer and gender non-conforming – so why say “the LGBTQIA+ movement is not for me”? These reasons show how the movement is missing the point of liberation.
Read MoreYour Guide to Understanding PTSD
There are still many common misconceptions about PTSD – and they’re seriously hurting people who are already suffering after a traumatic event. So here’s a comic that makes the facts clear.
Read MoreThe Real Reasons People Blame Victims for Police Brutality
Ever heard or thought that a victim of police brutality should’ve just done something differently? Here’s why this victim-blaming is ridiculous – and why we need to start holding police accountable instead.
Read More160+ Examples of Male Privilege in All Areas of Life
How do we know male privilege is real? These everyday examples of gender inequality are a start. By naming these, we can start working to free ourselves and others from the impact.
Read More5 Things You Got Wrong About Narcissistic Personality Disorder
“Myth #1: People with NPD are in love with themselves.” You might believe some of these myths about narcissistic personality disorder – so make sure you’re not perpetuating harmful stigma.
Read MoreBody Dysmorphia Makes People Hate How They Look – Here’s How You Can Support Them
Does someone you know have Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)? This comic will give you an idea of what they’re going through – with great tips for you on supporting them through.
Read MoreAn Answer to ‘Why Is She Dating a Masculine Woman Instead of Just Dating a Guy?’
Maybe you’ve heard it, been asked it, or wondered about it yourself: Why do queer women and lesbians date masculine-presenting women instead of just dating a dude? Here’s an answer.
Read More5 Excuses for Street Harassment We Need To Stop Making…Now
When people normalize and defend public sexual harassment, they silence those who would speak out. But as more activists around the world stand up and say they’ve had enough, these misconceptions are getting kicked to the curb – where they belong.
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About the Panama Papers – And Why It Should Piss Us Off
Do you know why people are so angry about the Panama Papers? The biggest leak in history reveals some sketchy – and illegal – behavior of politicians and rich people around the world – and here’s why we need to do something about it.
Read More5 Ways Able-Bodied People Can Do Better By People in Wheelchairs
These tips are really easy to carry out, and they’ll make a big difference. Leave us a comment if you have more ideas!
Read MoreWas Blind, But Now I See
In recent years, it has become apparent to me that I have traveled through my life with blinders on. This restriction limited the chance of my challenging societal norms associated with my biological sex and seeing them for what they are, ideas and judgments created long ago by a few members of a patriarchal society whose sole purpose and desire was and is to keep women in a subservient role.
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