What do Avengers, Black Panther and Wonder Woman have in common? The Abuse of Women
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Rather than smashing the patriarchy, these films embed patriarchal power even more deeply in the minds of young viewers.
“Yes Men Can,” says India’s Kant Brothers
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It is a difficult and risky job to raid a brothel and bring the culprits to court, but we were determined to continue.
#MenToo: Men Need to Stand Up in the Age of Trump
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“Women want a men’s movement; we are literally dying for it.”
Violence Against Women
7 Ways to Raise Awareness of Violence Against Women
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The recent U.N. campaign 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence brought global attention to this issue, but there are things you can also do to raise awareness.
United State of Women
Women’s Forum at White House Celebrates Power of Diversity
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Headliners and activists came together at an emotional time, two days after the massacre at a gay nightclub in Orlando, Florida. “We know that our lives and our stories are intertwined and connected,” said a speaker at a vigil.
Domestic Violence
Not So Far Away: Why U.S. Domestic Violence Is Akin to Honor Crimes
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Certainly there are differences among societies and regions of the world when it comes to domestic violence. But if we exoticize it we miss what is going on.
Afghanistan
Vigils for Afghanistan’s Farkhunda Are Continuing
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Afghan women carried her coffin on their own shoulders during the funeral procession. Our heartbreak is taking us into the streets. We have always believed in the larger society of Afghanistan and we will show it with our grief and outrage.
Domestic Violence
I Am Looking Back and Ready to Say #YesAllWomen
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Young women’s outpouring of justifiable rage on social media against misogyny is a wonderful and inspiring sign of solidarity. As I watch and participate it’s made it easier to process the pains of my own life.
athletes
Dear NFL, Stop Fumbling the Ball on Sex Violence
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When I went to college, I discovered my love for football. But the #YesAllWomen discussion spurred me to write this open letter to the National Football League, urging action against the violent activities of men who are role models for so many kids.
Jogger Rapist
Victims of Serial Rapist Transform Oregon Law
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The possible parole of Richard Troy Gillmore, the “Jogger Rapist” of Portland, Ore., has spurred victims to overturn the statute of limitations on rape in the state and require that parole boards spend more time with victims and their family members.