Sexual Harassment in High School: When Saying “No” is Not Enough

He didn’t care about my consent. He didn’t care about my feelings. To him, I wasn’t a person worthy of respect. My name is Hannah Downing. I live in San… Continue reading Sexual Harassment in High School: When Saying “No” is Not Enough

Saying Goodbye to Safety: All-Female Mills College Turns Co-ed

When Kate Valente packed for college, she did not pack pepper spray. Although the lists she consulted online for female college students always included pepper spray or mace for walking… Continue reading Saying Goodbye to Safety: All-Female Mills College Turns Co-ed

Your Cultural Identity is a hidden Treasure

Under the pressure of protest and chaos, I calmly provided healthcare to a white police officer just shot by an African American suspect. I remained an astute professional when called… Continue reading Your Cultural Identity is a hidden Treasure

Why I Support A Woman’s Right to Choice

On September 1, the new Texas abortion ban went into effect. The law makes abortion illegal after six weeks. It allows for women, health care providers, and anyone “aiding and… Continue reading Why I Support A Woman’s Right to Choice

ALICIA JAMISON

Breakthrough VOICES Alicia Jamison grew up in Scottsdale, Arizona where she did not see many faces that looked like hers. She was one of five black people in her graduating… Continue reading ALICIA JAMISON

Y’all Better Quiet Down

Breakthrough VOICES Activist Jari Jones recreates Sylvia Rivera’s infamous “Y’all Better Quiet Down” speech from the 1973 Gay Pride Rally in New York City. Breakthrough is a partner of the… Continue reading Y’all Better Quiet Down

WE COUNT! REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS EDITION

Roe Vs. Wade was a historic win for women’s rights. As reproductive rights are under threat, Michelle Rodriguez with Breakthrough shared the story of Roe vs. Wade and Norma McCorvey,… Continue reading WE COUNT! REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS EDITION

Tomiko | Hip Hop Dancer and Creative Leader in Los Angeles

Tomiko (She/Her) is a hip hop dancer, creative, leader, and activist. Since the age of six, she has been dancing with the nonprofit organization Culture Shock LA and founded Girls Can… Continue reading Tomiko | Hip Hop Dancer and Creative Leader in Los Angeles

Diana | Double-Immigrant Exploring Identity and Indigenous Roots

Diana Castro (she/they) is a queer, immigrant, woman of color from Los Angeles. Their ethics were shaped by their mother’s dedication to being a childcare worker. Despite working hard, the… Continue reading Diana | Double-Immigrant Exploring Identity and Indigenous Roots

KARMEN: CHICAGO

Karmen is a single-mom trying to balance motherhood, online classes, and parenting a toddler…all while dealing with Covid-19. Her story is relatable for young mothers everywhere. Global Girl Media is… Continue reading KARMEN: CHICAGO