When a woman does not have control over her own body, she no longer has control over her own life. Abusers know this, which is why they want power over… Continue reading Texas Abortion Ban Endangers Victims of Sexual Violence
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
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
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
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
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 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
Cheyenne is a Latina, former Junior Paralympian, actress/model, student, and accessibility advocate from the West Coast. Drawing from her mother’s unyielding support, she began to combat systemic injustices during her… Continue reading Cheyenne Leonard- Accessibility Advocate
