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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
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Fighting for Liberation in the Midst of Oppression

Jan 11, 2021 / Lauren Senwo / Our Folks
I have been told that just because I don’t see results immediately doesn’t mean I should be quick to give up; that the results will … Read More

#GirlsSupportingGirls Does Nothing for Black, Indigenous, Women of Color

Dec 18, 2020 / Lauren Senwo / Our Folks
In this new age of feminism, I am consistently introduced to new buzzwords and “movements” that give the illusion of productivity and combating issues in … Read More

American Individualism Will be The Detriment of Us All

Dec 07, 2020 / Lauren Senwo / Our Folks
Speaking from an American’s point of view, I think most of us can agree that 2020 has been a complete shit show. To try and … Read More

Tolerance is NOT Acceptance, Yes You Are Still Homo/Transphobic

Nov 19, 2020 / Lauren Senwo / Our Folks
I had a discussion with a family member of mine about a week ago, where we discussed queer identities and the journey towards acceptance of … Read More

Forgotten: Give Women of Color the Credit They're Due

Oct 15, 2020 / Kenyetta Whitfield / Our Folks
With celebrities such as Ariana Grande and Emma Watson blazing headlines with outspoken rhetoric about sexual health, rights, and bodily autonomy, it can be easy … Read More
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Young People Need a Future for Us, Shaped by Us

Mar 27, 2020 / Neve Brown / Our Folks
With the recent news of COVID-19, it may seem like the only updates we see online are simply updating us on the crumbling state of … Read More

Amber the Activist and Victim Blaming in Rape Culture

Jan 21, 2016 / Natasha Ivery / Our Folks
[Trigger warning of sexual assault, rape and mental trauma.] 2015 was (unfortunately) the year of perpetuating rape culture and victim blaming. After her ex-husband and … Read More

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