Tag: gender equality
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25 Guidelines for Nurturing Feminist Boys
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Aug. 20, 2023 Originally Published: Feb. 2, 2015 Many years ago, my father shared a piece of wisdom that has resonated with me: “If you want something in life, you need to position yourself to obtain it. Don’t rely on others to provide for you.” This conversation happened during a mundane…
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High School Enforces Dress Code, Citing Male Teachers’ Distraction
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent incident that highlights the ongoing issues with high school dress codes, a school in the UK has taken a controversial step by sending home several female students for wearing tight trousers. Yes, you read that right. This week, Principal Sarah Thompson at Brookfield High School in Staffordshire deemed the…
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It’s Time to Reimagine the Term ‘Pussy’
Get Pregnant Fast “Don’t throw like a pussy. Use your whole body.” I glance up from my punching bag at the man who’s speaking to me. He isn’t my coach, and I have no idea who he is. He looks at me with intensity before delivering a powerful punch to the bag, demonstrating the technique…
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Ladies, It’s Time to Demand What We Deserve
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, fierce women of the world. Let’s have an honest conversation about something crucial: valuing ourselves, earning what we’re worth, and standing firm in our rights. This might stir up some discomfort and stress, but if there’s one thing we know, it’s that women are tough and ready to tackle tough…
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A Heartfelt Thanks to the Supportive Men Empowering Our Daughters
Get Pregnant Fast Receiving compliments from my father was like finding a needle in a haystack. As an outspoken New Englander with a sharp tongue, he didn’t hesitate to voice his opinions, yet the words “I’m proud of you” were rarely uttered unless I achieved something monumental. Despite his sparse praise, I found myself striving…
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These Fearless 7th Grade Girls Challenged Their School’s Dress Code — And Triumphed
Get Pregnant Fast In a remarkable display of courage and determination, a group of seventh-grade girls took a stand against their school’s dress code, ultimately achieving significant change. Unlike previous generations who were preoccupied with the latest trends in magazines like Teen Beat, today’s middle schoolers are more socially conscious, as evidenced by these inspiring…
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Schoolgirls Advised to Lengthen Skirts to Prevent Distraction for Male Staff
Get Pregnant Fast A principal at a high school in New Zealand is facing backlash after instructing female students to lengthen their skirts to knee level in order to reduce distractions for male teachers and students. At a recent meeting, around 40 girls from Henderson High School in Auckland were told by Deputy Principal Sarah…
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Workplaces Still Aren’t Safer for Women After 40 Years
Get Pregnant Fast Despite the passage of four decades, the landscape of workplace safety for women has seen little improvement. In 1976, a pioneering survey conducted by Redbook revealed alarming insights into sexual harassment in professional settings, and a recent re-examination of these findings shows that the situation remains remarkably unchanged. The original survey garnered…
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Yes, Diaper Changing Tables Should Be in Men’s Restrooms Too
Get Pregnant Fast The conversation around diaper changing tables in men’s restrooms has been gaining traction, especially after a recent comment by actor Jake Reynolds. He took to social media to voice his frustration over the absence of diaper changing stations in men’s facilities, prompting many to ask, “Why not?” Today, fathers are taking a…