Tag #sexism

What is Intersectionality?

photo of intersection with crosswalks and lots of people walking through.

Intersectionality is the complex crossroads of the social identities that make up a person. These different identities create individual privileges and disadvantages, both caused by discrimination. What are social identities? Social identities are the categories that have been created by…

Why are Women Sexualized in Video Games?

A lady lifting a barbell at a Crossfit.

Being a female gamer, I hate seeing constant depictions of female characters being sexualized. This depiction doesn’t give female identifying gamers a whole lot to choose from as far as female character choices in the game. When talking about sexualization…

Aren’t I too young for this?

The truth is you’re not, and that’s a shame. You may remember if you were a young girl, either being taught to you by your parents or a fellow kid, self-defense. I’m sorry if I seem immature when I say…

We aren’t the problem.

My cousin got jumped when he was walking at night on his college grounds. He had his money stolen and a bruised stomach. I remember showing up there with my mom and my aunt (his mom). He was hunched over…

I am a Woman

I remember the first time a man approached me. He was staggering, obviously drunk and in a bad state. He asked for a hug and when I refused he grabbed me by my wrist and tried to force himself onto…