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Thao Nguyen: What Justice for Prisoners Sounds Like [INTERVIEW]
Thao Nguyen of Thao & the Get Down Stay Down on women in and out of prison and how kindness can be revolutionary.
Posted Friday, March 29, 2013 by Molly Savard
Why UNC Dropped Honor Court Challenge Against Rape Survivor
The day after Landen Gambill informed UNC that she was seeking a retaliation charge against the university for pursuing Honor Court charges against her, the university suspended the trial.
Posted Friday, March 29, 2013 by Jenn Nowicki
Military Sexual Assault: The Problem with Commander-Driven ‘Justice’
An online conversation with the Service Women’s Action Network highlighted the difficulty faced by survivors of military sexual assault in getting justice and having their trauma recognized by Veteran’s Affairs.
Posted Friday, March 29, 2013 by Pauline Holdsworth
How the Internet Impacts Rape Culture
The Internet changed the way survivors deal with sexual assault, allowing those defending the accused to instantly harass and intimidate victims in an attempt to silence them.
Posted Wednesday, March 27, 2013 by Jenn Nowicki
From Steubenville to Torrington: Rape Culture in the Media
In the wake of Steubenville, there’s been a lot of discussion about the dangers of social media, and the way the internet has changed gendered and sexualized bullying.
Posted Tuesday, March 26, 2013 in Opinions by Pauline Holdsworth
Till’ Millennials Do Us Part: Will Marriage Become A Thing Of The Past?
The federal government has spent millions in recent years on marriage-promotion programs. Was it worth it?
Posted Monday, March 25, 2013 by Anya Callahan
Obamacare Celebrates Its Third Anniversary
And young people around the country can thank the Affordable Care Act for its focus on their health.
Posted Monday, March 25, 2013 by Anya Callahan
Student Loan Debt: A Women’s Issue
Women face a greater burden when it comes to paying off student loan debt.
Posted Friday, March 22, 2013 by Anya Callahan
Want to Talk About Sex? This College’s Administration Says Too Bad
Administrators at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville pulled state funding for an event that promotes discussions about sex and health.
Posted Thursday, March 21, 2013 in Opinions by Christine Dickason
Women Left Behind Under Current Immigration Policies
Hundreds of women gathered to call for comprehensive immigration reform that is inclusive to women’s needs.
Posted Wednesday, March 20, 2013 in Reporting by Samantha Gonzalez
Actress From Twilight Shares How You Can Help Put an End to Domestic Violence
A coalition of domestic violence prevention groups organize under the banner NO MORE in efforts to alleviate domestic violence and sexual assault.
Posted Wednesday, March 13, 2013 in Reporting by Julie Thompson
Ladies’ Legs as Billboards?
The exposed skin between women’s skirts and thigh-high stockings is now up for sale.
Posted Wednesday, March 13, 2013 by Molly Savard
13 Women Of Color To Watch In 2013
These women are leaving their mark on everything from politics to entertainment to health.
Posted Monday, March 11, 2013 in Reprints by Sandra Shaker
Is the U.S. Staying Globally Competitive When It Comes To Women’s Rights?
We look to a 1979 U.N. treaty that remains unratified by the U.S.—and a handful of others like Iran and Sudan.
Posted Friday, March 8, 2013 by Anya Callahan
Four Major Wins Young Women Can Toast To This International Women’s Day
Today is International Women’s Day, a time to reflect on women’s accomplishments and the challenges ahead.
Posted Friday, March 8, 2013 in Opinions by Christine Dickason
Will Young Women Always Make Lower Pay Than Men?
Or is there hope through women’s own efforts and the The Paycheck Fairness Act?
Posted Tuesday, March 5, 2013 by Emily Roseman
What If Your Superpower Was Ending Street Harassment?
In a medium where street harassment only occurs if Clark Kent is around to swoop in and save the day, three Philadelphia activists are making room for a new perspective.
Posted Tuesday, March 5, 2013 by Pauline Holdsworth
Why This Research-Backed Excuse For Street Harassment Is Not Okay
It’s safer to bet wolf-whistles won’t be welcomed.
Posted Friday, March 1, 2013 by Molly Savard
A Vote Today Could Determine the Future of Women’s Safety on College Campuses
The House will vote on the reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act today. They can either bolster protections for victims of domestic violence—or extract them.
Posted Thursday, February 28, 2013 by Anya Callahan
5 Ways Sequestration Harms Women
Low-income women and women of color would be hit hardest if sequestration takes effect on Friday.
Posted Wednesday, February 27, 2013 in Reprints by Lindsay Rosenthal
