Category: Boundaries

9 Dangerous Myths About Violence Against Women and Children
Violence against women and children is a pervasive issue, often perp [...]

10 Ways Women Are Coerced in Daily Life—And Why It’s a Problem
Coercion isn’t always obvious. It can be subtle, disguised as “concern [...]

Male Predators Are Male: Why Language Matters for Survivor Justice
There is a dangerous misconception that rape is simply about lust or u [...]

Predators Are Not Always Charismatic—Don’t Be Fooled by the Stereotype
Many people have a picture in their minds of what a predator looks lik [...]

The Four Pillars of Oppression: Misogyny, Gynophobia, Sexism, and Patriarchy
Women do not suffer oppression by accident. The systems that harm us—m [...]

Naming the Chains: Understanding Misogyny, Gynophobia, Sexism, and Patriarchy
These systems and beliefs shape how society treats women and girls, [...]

How to Support Lesbian Friends in Abusive Relationships
As an advocate, you become familiar with the careful way that a woma [...]

5 Things You Should Know About the History of “Gender”
For many of us, the word gender feels like it has always existed in th [...]

30 Signs of a Dangerous Person: How to Protect Yourself from Manipulators & Predators
Unsafe people don’t always reveal their true nature immediately. They [...]

30 Red Flags of Unsafe People: How to Spot Them Early
Some people are simply unsafe. Whether in personal relationships, wo [...]