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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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Do Microaggressions Bring Out Your Inner 'Dear White People' Voice? Me Too.

Oct 26, 2017 / Lailah Berry / Our Folks
Dear White people, I don’t have an attitude, this is just my face. Last summer I worked for a deli. Making sandwiches was fun, and … Read More

Carry Pads In Public

Oct 25, 2017 / Veneeta Danhoui / Our Folks
When we were younger, my sister and I would call menstruation, “The Thing.”  In a similar way, society seems to have a huge problem addressing … Read More
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Hacks for People with Vaginas that Nobody Told You

Oct 24, 2017 / Reilly Wieland / Our Folks
I am forever in awe of the bond forged between women on the basis of trading advice. There is a special place in my heart … Read More

White People: Don’t Ignore Racism at K-State

Oct 19, 2017 / Dené Dryden / Our Folks
This weekend, a Kansas State student shared a picture on her Snapchat account that rebounded throughout the student body. The picture was taken at our … Read More

Brown People Are Valid, Too

Oct 18, 2017 / Anna Khan / Our Folks
An Anne Frank Halloween costume for little girls recently sparked outrage on Twitter and beyond. The backlash occurred almost immediately, forcing the company to quickly … Read More
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#METOO, I Was Twelve

Oct 17, 2017 / Ofelia Alonso / Our Folks
Miyam Bialik wrote a piece for the New York Times in response to the allegations against Harvey Weinstein. The Weinstein Company mogul has been accused … Read More
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Why Trump’s Sabotage of Obamacare Is Terrible for Young People (and What You Can Do About It!)

Oct 16, 2017 / Choice USA Staff / Our Folks
The mainstream narrative portrays all young people as not needing insurance, but we know that’s the furthest thing from the truth. Amazing young activists showed … Read More
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PHARRELL TRIED TO SAVE THE OCEANS AND WE DIDN'T HEAR ABOUT IT

Oct 16, 2017 / Lailah Berry / Our Folks
Last year Pharrell Williams added fashion to his cache of talents.  Having done many stints in fashion such as collaborating with Louis Vuitton on eyewear … Read More
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Reproductive Care Doesn't Need Validation. Die Mad About it.

Oct 12, 2017 / Reilly Wieland / Our Folks
When we talk about reasons that people use birth control, we love to validate it. A conversation around why contraceptives should be covered by insurance … Read More

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