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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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Pro-Choice: A Mindset Beyond Reproductive Rights

Mar 15, 2018 / Dené Dryden / Our Folks
As I have progressed through my life so far, I have learned that my mindset heavily influences how I perceive other people and the world … Read More

Yes, We Do Need Love, Simon

Mar 14, 2018 / Anna Khan / Our Folks
When I read Simon Vs. The Homosapiens Agenda for the first time, I was not looking for a book about real, political issues. I was simply looking … Read More

Let's Get Real About Mental Health, No More Empty Gun Control Rhetoric

Mar 13, 2018 / Ofelia Alonso / Our Folks
Every time there is a mass shooting, politicians talk about “mental health” as the leading problem instead of seriously considering the way the United States … Read More

Three examples of environmental reproductive injustice

Mar 09, 2018 / Veneeta Danhoui / Our Folks
Environmental justice takes shape in many forms, but it is often not taken as seriously as other human rights issues. Here are three instances where environmental … Read More

Here's How We Can Actually 'Restore Life in America,' Pence

Mar 01, 2018 / Dené Dryden / Our Folks
On Feb. 27, The Hill reported that Mike Pence said he hopes legal abortion will end in the United States “in our time.” At a … Read More
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YOUTH AT THE FRONTLINES: JUSTICE FOR JANE AND #NEVERAGAIN

Feb 28, 2018 / Ofelia Alonso / Our Folks
As a society, we have always underestimated young people. Young people are not seen as capable, credible, or serious enough to be leaders on the … Read More

I Don't Expect Cardi B to Fight for a Cause, She's Making Too Much Money

Feb 22, 2018 / Lailah Berry / Our Folks
Cardi B has captivated me ever since her videos on Instagram. From “ A hoe nevah gets cold” to being a stripper and about her … Read More

I Am Pro-Choice Because I Am Catholic, Not In Spite of It

Feb 21, 2018 / Reilly Wieland / Our Folks
Catholics around the country have come together to express their support of reproductive rights through the In Good Faith campaign, put forth by Catholics For … Read More

Reminder: Low Income Families Are People Not Caricatures of Poverty

Feb 16, 2018 / Ofelia Alonso / Our Folks
This week, the Trump Administration decided to modify the way the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) distributes aid. Under the new proposal, SNAP would be … Read More

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