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7 Things People of Color Worry About When Relocating That White People Don’t
#1: “Being a clearly visible minority.” If you’re white, this info might give you a whole new perspective on what moving to a new place means for people of color.
Read More4 Things Not To Do When Your Friend Calls You Out
You need to understand that your marginalized friends don’t want to call you out. It’s even more uncomfortable for us than it is for you, because in the end, all we want is for you to be on our side, and there’s always a chance that you won’t be. So here, for you, is a list of things not to do when a friend finally summons up the courage it takes to tell you what’s what.
Read More4 Thoughts for Your Yoga Teacher Who Thinks Appropriation Is Fun
Being the only Indian person in a yoga class can certainly come with its challenges. Especially when the teacher commits unfortunate examples of cultural appropriation, like one teacher does in this video. Here’s a hilarious response to the dehumanizing exotification that yoga teachers can be guilty of when they try to claim a culture that’s not theirs to claim.
Read More5 Questions to Ask Yourself If You Think Your Partner Is Toxic
“Despite it all, I loved him – and that love was not enough.” How can you tell if your partner is healthy for you? Here’s some guidance that can help.
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 More5 Things I’m Tired of Hearing as a Mixed-Race Latina
“But where are you really from?” This is just one example of how your words can invalidate people’s identities – make sure you know what to avoid saying and why, so we can all move on to deeper conversations.
Read MoreCalling Myself ‘Half White, Half Black’ Is a Lie – There’s No Such Thing in the US
“My Whiteness and my Blackness are not reconcilable.” If you ask this author if she’s half black or half white, she won’t give the answer you’re looking for. Her perspective really shows what’s missing from racial equality.
Read More5 Things Being Read As Queer Has Taught Me About Privilege
There’s more than one way to be queer – but you wouldn’t know it from the comments this author gets about her relationship. Have you made any of the assumptions she debunks in this article?
Read More4 Messed Up Sexist Things That Happen to Women of Color
Feminism is much more than simply addressing the wage gap, climbing the corporate ladder, or ensuring access to abortion services. Women of color have never had the privilege to solely focus on women’s issues — gender and racial inequalities combined so often ravage both our physical and mental health. Here are 4 ways women of color experience sexism differently.
Read More7 Invasive Things People Tell Afro-Latinxs (And Why You Must Stop Saying Them)
“I didn’t know [insert country] had Black people!” Ever said these things to an Afro-Latinx person? This will help you pause before saying something hurtful.
Read More4 Person-to-Person Things I Do to Address Anti-Blackness con Mi Gente
If, as Latinxs, we can’t address our own anti-blackness with family and friends, how can we possibly fight racism in a larger white supremacist society? We need to create genuine relationships and solidarity on the ground in order to have an impact. So here are four person-to-person ways I address anti-blackness with nuestra gente. What are your approaches?
Read MoreThis History Reveals That Science Isn’t Nearly As Objective As You Think
Science holds the objective truth about what’s right and wrong – right? Here’s a look at history and modern, mainstream science that’ll make you think twice.
Read More4 Things No One Should Ever Say to Disabled People on Benefits
“Why don’t you just get a job?” These are way too common – they’re even coming from presidential candidates right now. What else do you wish people would stop saying to disabled people on benefits?
Read More5 Things You Can Do Now to Prepare for the November Elections
While marches and protests are a great show of solidarity for marginalized individuals who have been and will continue to be the most at risk under the current administration, we must mobilize in more powerful ways in order to ensure this administration’s hopes do not become a reality.
Read More5 Things Black Women Want To See In The New Healthcare Plan
While reflecting on recent news about health care, I think back on the lives of Anarcha, Betsy, Lucy and nine other unnamed enslaved Black women who were experimented on by the “father of modern gynecology,” a white doctor named J. Marion Sims. Without their consent or anesthesia (which was available at the time), Sims perfected…
Read MoreFood Choices Aren’t Moral Issues – Here’s How to Stop Making Kids Think They Are
“Ugh, more junk food?” Are you framing nutrition as something that can make your kids a “good” person? Try these alternatives to this harmful approach.
Read More5 Things Queer and Questioning Indigenous Folks Should Consider About Claiming Two Spirit Identity
Two Spirit is an identity that resonates with a lot of Native LGBTQIA+ folks – but it doesn’t work for everyone. If you’re thinking about identifying as Two Spirit, this can help point you in the direction that’s right for you.
Read MoreOnly “Yes” Means Yes: Why Sometimes What You Think Is Consensual Sex Is Actually Rape
Some people seem confused on what consensual sex means and end up raping someone without consciously intending to and wouldn’t have if they had known it was rape. So we need to teach both men and women that it’s still rape – intentional or not. And hopefully prevent a portion of sexual assault from happening.
Read More4 Lies You’ve Fallen for If You Think the US Is a ‘Melting Pot’
Think people are going about anti-racism all wrong when they don’t “blend” their cultures into a melting pot? Here’s the ugly truth behind the melting pot idea.
Read More7 Things History Class Should’ve Taught Every American About Indigenous History
Whoa – did your history class gloss over these details? They’re still affecting Native lives today.
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