From Facebook to Instagram, feminists need to be sure to speak up and speak out when they face obstacles to their expression online. Our humanity is at stake.
Archives for October 2013
Recap: “Beyond the Revolution” Dialogue on Women’s Rights in the Middle East and North Africa
“The struggle is not an exception.”
From Now On, I’ll Think Before I Pink
I now have the tools to unmask the creators of pink ribbon products. Just in time for Halloween.
Feminist You Should Know: Nominate Your Favorite Activist Today!
We’re on the lookout for feminists across the nation who are doing big things.
Rape Culture Is Prevalent On Your Campus, And On Every Campus
“To say that rape culture does not exist on this campus is to keep one’s eyes and ears closed.”
Activism 101: How I Made Sexual Assault Prevention Education Mandatory at the University of Maryland
Two weeks ago, I made UMD history.
Our Stories Are Our Strategies: What It Takes to End Violence Against Women
“I will not be a victim, I will not be a statistic, I will not apologize to anyone. I will stand up for myself, and other survivors, to increase awareness and prevention of domestic violence.”
Truth in Advertising: Let’s Make Media By the People, For the People
Most girls and women, myself included, look to the media and pop culture for instructions as to how to look, act, and feel.
Roundtable and Open Thread: Happy Love Your Body Day!
We’re celebrating by looking back on how far we’ve come. Check out our downloadable LYBD card inside!
Mapping A Movement: Ohio Women Won’t Go Back!
Maddie and Carmen just back from a follow-up trip to Ohio, where they eventually screamed their brains out about women’s rights at the statehouse in Columbus!