Intersectional Feminism: Privilege, Social Media, and Popular Culture

“My feminism will be intersectional or it will be bullshit.” – Flavia Dzodan Intersectional feminism can be described simply as feminist theory that examines the ways in which different systems of oppression are intrinsically connected, specifically in relation to gender. It examines the relationship between sexism and the other oppressive institutions of racism, homophobia, transphobia,…

Staying in Your Lane: A White Person’s Guide for White People

(Alternatively titled, “Not Being Shitty for Dummies”)   The advent of social media sites such as Twitter and Tumblr is indisputably a wonderful thing, multiplying the possibilities for communication, learning and understanding. However, if you’ve ever actually ever set foot on one of these websites, you will have undoubtedly witnessed their awful, hate-filled flipside. I…