by admin | Jun 9, 2014 | Articles, Equality, Women's Rights
Earlier this month, author, podcaster, and former family therapist Emily Gordon set out to see what she could learn about feminism by asking a group of children what their take on the term is. As Gordon points out, “feminism” has become a hot-button topic that many...
by admin | May 26, 2014 | Equality, Gender, Resources & Info, Women's Rights
Welcome to another edition of Feminism 101, in which we add a healthy dose of feminism to your summer reading list with essential works from feminist scholars, activists, and authors. In between reading the newest Chick Lit or riveting works of fiction and fantasy,...
by admin | Mar 11, 2014 | Equality, Gender, Women's Rights
Saturday, March 8th marked International Women’s Day – a celebration of the economic, political, and social achievements of women globally. According to the International Women’s Day official website, the holiday, which is observed in dozens of countries, began in the...
by admin | Feb 19, 2014 | Equality, Gender, Profiles, Women's Rights
If you haven’t yet heard of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, allow me to introduce you to one of the most rational, powerful feminists of our time. The Nigerian-born author, scholar, and equal rights activist divides her time between her home in Nsukka and in the United...
by admin | Dec 2, 2013 | Gender, Profiles, Resources & Info
Allison Moon is on a mission to broaden the reach of sex education. As a sex-positive educator, progressive author, and queer woman, Moon has become increasingly aware of the limited information provided to young people about sexuality and sexual health. Sex-Ed...