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Emerging Voices

Our voices matter. For too long, the narratives and expertise of young queer and trans people of color in the South and Midwest have been ignored or talked over. URGE showcases young content creators and storytellers who have the opportunity to gain skills in writing for a variety of blogs and media outlets, creating engaging digital content, while using social media to amplify their work. EmURGEing Voices highlights the views of young people on issues related Reproductive Justice and gender equity. Explore their work here.

 

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Birth Control Crash Course

Nov 16, 2021 / Guest Blogger / Our Folks
By: Soumya Jaiswal The uterus is the least understood and most politicized organ in the human body.  The explanation is quite predictable. Centuries of sexism … Read More

Why People Want Access to Birth Control

Nov 16, 2021 / Guest Blogger / Our Folks
By: Hayley Alexis We all know that birth control should be available over the counter, but why is it important? Why do people want access … Read More
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Under Lock & Key: It's Time Remove Contraceptives From the Lock Box

Nov 15, 2021 / Guest Blogger / Our Folks
By: Kirsten Hernandez Many of us, especially those from marginalized communities, are used to items being behind locked boxes at the store. A quick trip … Read More

Welcome to The Great Resignation: The US’ Newest Labor Movement

Nov 12, 2021 / Kimani Leftridge / Our Folks
The social contract between employees and their employers is being rewritten right before our eyes. The social contract is the agreement between you and your … Read More

How the Texas Abortion Ban is Really About Preserving a White Majority

Oct 25, 2021 / Hannah Ezell / Our Folks
Photo by Claudio Schwarz On September 1, SB 8, a restrictive abortion bill, went into effect in Texas. The bill bans abortion after 6 weeks, before … Read More
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Banning Critical Race Theory is Problematic and here is Why

Oct 23, 2021 / Taylor Charles / Our Folks
Kay Ivey’s “ban” on critical race theory is complete bullshit. On October 21, 2021, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey announced a ban on critical race theory … Read More
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How S.B. 8 Impacts Undocumented Immigrants Seeking Abortions In Texas

Oct 19, 2021 / Maralyn Doering / Our Folks
The passage and eventual enactment of Texas Senate Bill 2 (S.B. 8) has people rightfully concerned over abortion access in Texas. S.B. 8 limits abortion … Read More
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Menstrual Transphobia: Women Aren’t the Only Ones with Periods

Oct 18, 2021 / Antoilyn Nguyen / Our Folks
Increased awareness and support against period poverty and stigma in recent years is liberating periods — but not for trans individuals. As we enter a … Read More

Celebrity Culture isn't Dead, But it Should Be

Oct 12, 2021 / Kimani Leftridge / Our Folks
These unprecedented times have caused people to have second thoughts about what is considered “normal” in our society. I have noticed a particular trend of … Read More

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