feminism
At its core, feminism is the simple conviction that women are equal to men in every regard, and should be treated as such.
Sexism: As It Shapes Girls' Lives
Sexism, as defined by Google, is the following: prejudice, stereotyping, or discrimination, typically against women, on the basis of sex. Sexism is something we see all around us, day by day. As we grow up, we are subconsciously and consciously raised into a mindset that sexism is the norm.
Published 6 years ago in VivaBeing Silenced
It was my nineteenth birthday party, I was in college, and having the time of my life. I had a ton of friends there. We were dancing, singing, and drinking the night away. He was also there, the guy I’ve been talking to for about a week. I saw him staring at me the whole time. He had told me before that wasn’t really a dancer so I didn’t mind the staring. I mean, maybe I was trying to give him a show anyways. Dule* was tall, dark, and nothing I’ve ever had before. He was older, smarter, and I loved learning things from him; sometimes he even learned things from me. It was only a week of talking but it was long enough for us to get to know each other and have a bond. As much as we bonded, that didn't stop him that night. Neither did me being so drunk that I barely remember what happened that night.
Grace XtraPublished 6 years ago in Viva- Top Story - December 2017
When You Feel Bad Because He's Nice
I’m sure, at one point or another, we’ve all experienced the guilty sensation we get from not really liking someone even though they’re nice. If you’re someone like me (until very recently), you might not know what to do in these situations. I’ll admit, I’ve carried on week-long conversations, I’ve gone on dates, and I’ve even kissed someone because I felt bad rejecting the person because he was nice. I know more than a few women who’ve gone so far as sleeping with someone because they didn’t really see a way out of it without offending the guy and they didn’t want to do that because he was nice.
Jessica RowePublished 6 years ago in Viva The Escape to Happiness Part 2
Prostitution was just like being back at school, Moira thought to herself, all the girls hung about in certain groups; they bullied one another, got into fights if a girl was in another girl's patch, jealousy...the list goes on.
Elizabeth HarrisonPublished 6 years ago in VivaCinnamon Rolls for Everyone!
Do a quick Google search... You can find the Cinnamon Roll apology from now seemingly burnt Chef Mario. OK, so here is the thing. You can—but you shouldn't—say you are sorry for having allegedly done some bad things to women and end it with a recipe!
jessica youngPublished 6 years ago in VivaServant Savant
“158,” Professor Mukund told the room with a smile. “Are you sure? I still can’t believe Nandini can have such a high IQ. I’m just an average call centre worker and Anjali is a housewife that’s never been to school; how can our daughter be like this?” Rajesh was desperate for some sort of verification.
Toorjo MishraPublished 6 years ago in VivaSnip, Snip, Snip
After leaving a mentally and physically abusive husband, after years of feeling like a constant piece of ass, and a sexual assault later... I got the grand idea to donate all my hair to charity, thinking that it would make men stop staring at me every where I go as if I was a vulnerable gazelle in the wild.
Alicia LynnePublished 6 years ago in VivaMy Best Friend Was Raped
It was July of 2016. We were laying in a small canvas tent with our matching pillowcases we had tie-dyed and braided hair. She was snoring softly, I always made fun of her for that. The top of our tent was plastic so I was able to watch the stars. I always had trouble falling asleep, but I enjoyed listening to the mountain sounds. I turned towards her and watched her sleep for a moment. She went still, her snoring stopped. I thought maybe she was waking up. Instead, she let out the shrillest scream I have ever heard.
Tabitha ShilohPublished 6 years ago in VivaWhere Is Your Evidence?
Seriously, in light of all the allegations and accusations of the elder men/women in power positions (this is inclusive) and all you've got is, where is your evidence?
jessica youngPublished 6 years ago in VivaI Am So Tired of Getting Raped
I used to believe I caused my own rapes because I am a woman so I am wrong and deserve to be punished. The rules were clear (don't wear slutty clothes, don't ever drink, don't ever do drugs of any kind prescribed or otherwise, don't meet new men, don't trust anyone) but the application was checklist style. My Don't Get Raped Today kit was mainly well rehearsed behaviors and a never used taser. I had to figure out, on my own, how to not get raped which varied from situation to situation. I might trigger one guy with my clothes that covered me completely which caused him to think I think I'm special or something so I need to be knocked down a few pegs. A different guy would be triggered because I said no but I really meant yes, you know how women like to play games. Our favorite game being hard to get, the best version is yanking away while saying stop and no interchangeably. Obviously the tears were for dramatics. When it happened, as it sometimes did, I'd pull out my How Not To Get Raped checklist with my faulty pen and get to mulling over what I did this time.
Imam Qadriyyah Mabel-DorothyPublished 6 years ago in VivaYou Don't Know Until You Know
Growing up as a girl, you're taught to live in fear. You're told not to dress a certain way, act a certain way, and never walk around alone at night. Don't drink, otherwise there might just be a man hiding in the bushes in a dark alley way just waiting to attack. Always make sure someone knows where you are, where you are going, and what time you will be home.
Letitia LouPublished 6 years ago in VivaThe Comic Book Community Unites Against Trolls & Supports Female Writers with #MakeMineMilkshake
Social media can be a savage place. This was proven once again over the weekend, when Marvel editor Heather Antos posted a selfie with her colleagues, showing the women taking a break and enjoying a milkshake together. It was a harmless post, but it brought out the trolls in force.