Violation

“It is a peculiar cruelty to demand extraordinary proof from those who have endured ordinary injustice.” My pain does not require cross-examination to be real.My humanity is not pending approval. …

There is language that has been troubling my soul. As a Womanist historian, I know that misinformation is not just an error; it is a weapon used to disarm the …

Sometimes I feel weak and weary. Like today, and yesterday, and the day before that. This work—this witnessing, this advocating, this holding the line—gets heavy. And yet, I am appreciative. …

There is this strange, deeply embedded belief that in order for a woman or girl to be considered a “good person” she must sacrifice her safety for men. Very much …

People direct public anger toward groups that may have hurt or failed them. That reaction is human. But it can stop the conversation at the surface. Because here’s the harder …

Let’s tell the truth today. The world loves powerful men. Even when they’re violent.Especially when they’re violent. It doesn’t matter if he’s a cop, a coach, a clergy member, a …

People think money protects women. In reality, it often protects the man harming her.Some of the most controlled women in the world are living in beautiful homes so no one …

There are moments that should stop us. Not just emotionally, but structurally. As we reflect on the loss of women and children, the question is not only what happened—but what …

Sometimes music is the only thing brave enough to say what we’ve been through. This playlist brings together 11 songs across R&B, soul, pop, and a touch of country and …

“He had a hard childhood.” “She says she’ll always love him.” “You’re excusing this person, but not that person.” “You just have to let that hurt go.” “We can’t all …