Posts Tagged ‘Work’
If You’ve Never Lived In Poverty, Stop Telling Poor People What They Should Do
The brownstone I lived in for eight months in 2009 and 2010 had few amenities – the building often smelled like leaking pipes, the carpets were threadbare in many places, and the steam heater in the corner was completely out of my control, resulting in quite a few freezing mornings and sweltering nights. It did,…
Read MoreDiversity or Inclusion – Do You Know Which One to Strive For?
There’s lots of talk about diversity as something to strive for – but what if we focused more on inclusion? Here’s the difference, and why it matters.
Read More3 Misogynistic ‘Rules’ That Held Me Back at Work – And How I’ve Challenged Them
Can you believe what some people have said to her about her work? This shows why it’s important to be aware of gender norms at work.
Read MoreWhen I Was Trolled and Fat-Shamed By One of My Male College Students
“I hate you and everything you stand for.” This is HORRIFYING – and it says a lot about misogyny and men’s entitlement in our society.
Read More5 Ways We Ignore Children’s Agency That Perpetuate Rape Culture
The ways we teach children to be obedient and polite seem harmless – until you realize what we’re teaching them about consent.
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