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Evil Queen cosplay at Blerdcon — Author cosplaying the Evil Queen from "Once Upon a Time."

On Being a Woman, and a Nerd

Published: September 26, 2018

CW: sexual harassment Recently I struck up a conversation with someone working for Microsoft. No, we didn’t discuss technology – we talked about what everyone talks about when they meet someone new: Spider-Man! Yes! I am a woman. I am also a nerd. The reactions of men when I make a Marvel Comics reference or […]

#NoGagRule: Protesting the Trump Admin’s Latest Attacks on Reproductive Healthcare

Published: July 25, 2018

In 1988, the Reagan Administration barred Title X health clinics from providing medical counseling on abortion care options. The executive order – more commonly known as the domestic gag rule – was rescinded by President Clinton in 1993, but was then later partially upheld to create a financial (but not physical) separation of Title X […]

Various disability and accessibility symbols configured around a square with the symbol for women in the center. Above the graphic is text that reads "Disability Rights and Women's Rights are not Separate Fights!"

Equality for All Women, Regardless of Ability

Published: July 18, 2018

Imagine being objectified by men hooting and hollering as you walk past them – all because of your gender. Now, imagine a stranger grabbing your arm and pulling you across an intersection without your consent, simply because you have a disability. Neither of these scenarios are ever appropriate. Yet, as a woman with a disability, these […]