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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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At the Intersection of Fatness & Reproductive Justice

Jan 09, 2024 / Annie R / Our Folks
I am fat and I have been fat for a very long time. According to some people, the word “fat” is the very worst thing … Read More

#RJ Wrapped

Dec 30, 2023 / Makenna L / Our Folks
The Reproductive Justice movement has faced a lot of challenges this year, but has also witnessed several wins. Here’s what our #ReproductiveJusticeWrapped “sounds” like in … Read More

Reproductive Justice in the Music Industry Has a Long Way 2 Go

Dec 26, 2023 / Makenna L / Our Folks
CW: This article mentions sexual assault and violence. On Thursday, November 16, 2023 R&B singer Cassie Ventura filed a lawsuit against rapper and producer Sean … Read More

Self-Care for Activists

Dec 12, 2023 / Shakristal W / Our Folks
From Roe vs. Wade being overturned to abortion bans and various policies and rulings that have put basic rights under attack, Gen Z are dealing … Read More

The Reproductive Justice Movement is for Everyone. But it’s Still Not Accessible to Everyone.

Dec 04, 2023 / Annie R / Our Folks
As I’ve been applying to jobs and law school post-graduation, I’ve come face-to-face with the barriers that exist for many marginalized young people to get … Read More

Practicing Radical Community Care

Nov 22, 2023 / Makenna L / Our Folks
Unless you have been living under a rock or are completely divorced from the Internet, you have heard about the horrendous crimes against humanity committed … Read More

Why Decolonization is Necessary for Reproductive Justice

Nov 18, 2023 / Makenna L / Our Folks
Content warning: This article mentions acts of reproductive violence and assault. Throughout the past month our newsfeeds and timelines have been flooded with updates on … Read More

Avoiding Burnout for Youth Activists

Nov 14, 2023 / Shakristal W / Our Folks
From Roe vs. Wade being overturned to abortion bans and various policies and rulings that have put basic rights under attack, Gen Z are dealing … Read More

Housing Justice is Reproductive Justice

Nov 11, 2023 / Shakristal W / Our Folks
Illustration by Nina Yagual x @abeautifulhoodcrumb “A home that is stable, affordable and secure not only means that we are able to curate a life … Read More

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