We Called It Rape Culture for a Reason. And That Reason Still Exists
There was a time when we named things clearly. We called it rape culture. Not to be provocative. Not to shock. Not to divide. But to survive. We used that…
There was a time when we named things clearly. We called it rape culture. Not to be provocative. Not to shock. Not to divide. But to survive. We used that…
“Fear is the tool of the tyrant and the weapon of the weak.” — African Proverb Fear as a Tool of Control Throughout history, fear has been one of the…
These systems and beliefs shape how society treats women and girls, often reinforcing oppression, inequality, and violence. While they overlap, each has distinct characteristics. 1. Misogyny – The Hatred and…
Black women, how much of the world’s weight have you carried today? How many wounds have you stitched up that weren’t yours? How many fires have you put out while…
When people ask why I embrace Womanism, I say this: It tells the whole truth. It acknowledges what many of us already know in our bones—our survival, healing, and liberation…
It is so concerning that people who live within community with Black women don’t really see or hear us beyond their need for us. There is a dangerous and false…
Political leaders must prioritize the rights women need in our own right—not just the ones tied to men. Yes, women must have the right to make our own medical decisions.…
Throughout history, many men have wasted time policing women’s behavior instead of focusing on advancing humanity and building solutions. Here are some notable examples: 1. Witch Hunts (1400s–1700s) Instead of…
In a world where algorithms dictate whose voices are heard and whose truths are silenced, storytelling becomes an act of revolution. It is an act of defiance. It is resistance…
Often we as women provide labor and good deeds to other women without even thinking about it (babysitting, caring for elderly or people who are ill, writing to inform and…