Posts Tagged ‘Gender’
3 Touching Journeys Through Trans Masculinity
“How do you be you?” These trans men shared about their childhoods, struggles, and what masculinity means to them, and we can all learn something from their insightful reflections.
Read MoreYou’re Not ‘Oversensitive’ – Here’s How People Use Gaslighting to Dismiss Sexism
Have you ever been told you’re “overreacting” when you speak out against sexism? Celia Edell’s take on how gaslighting is used to silence you can help get you through this frustrating response.
Read More11 Assumptions About Being Butch – And Why They Need to Stop
Have you made any of these assumptions about what it means to be butch? They’re way too common – and you might not realize how much they recreate patriarchal thinking. It’s time for a reality check.
Read MoreHere Are 20 Examples of Cissexism That We’ve Probably All Committed at Some Point
Are you part of the problem of erasing trans identities? These examples are super common – but once you recognize them in your behavior, you can make a change.
Read More5 Ways Latinxs Can Challenge Machismo in Our Families and Communities
Have you experienced the harm of machismo in your community? It comes with strict ideas about how “real men” should be – and here’s how you can challenge that harm, starting right at home.
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