The first time I dumped a boy, I cried for thirty-six hours afterward. Nonstop. Yes ,really. My next breakup didn’t have nearly that kind of emotional effect on me. We had been dating for two months after having been set Read More
Year: 2019
Presence Can Be Enough
Several years ago, I attended an event where I learned about a local organization that provides housing and resources for female victims escaping human trafficking. After browsing the website of this local group, I reached out to the director and Read More
Are You a Feminist?
Feminism has become an unpopular word and some women are choosing not to identify themselves as feminists at all. Why is the word so uncomfortable? If women themselves do not support the cause of gender equality, then will anyone else? Read More
Combatting the Racial Disparity in Maternal Mortality
Kira Dixon Johnson was a vibrant young woman. She traveled, spoke five languages, and even raced cars. Kira and her husband of ten years had a 19-month-old son when they found out she was pregnant with another boy. They were Read More
How to Unleash Your Inner Girl Power
Girl power is a phrase we see everywhere these days. It’s in movie slogans, ad campaigns for clothing brands, and in hashtags on instagram posts. It’s encouraging to see so many people embrace the message of girl power, but what Read More
Everything They Never Told You About Paying for College
The recent “Operation Varsity Blues” controversy—the college admissions scandal involving wealthy parents who paid for their kids’ guaranteed admittance to prestigious universities– rightfully ignited the fury of many parents and students alike. I’ll admit to being one of many incensed Read More
Online Activism, Advocacy and Volunteering: A New Age of Impact
More than half of Americans have reported being civically active on social media last year. They believe that these platforms give a voice to underrepresented groups and their issues, is important for getting elected officials to pay attention to issues, Read More
On the Basis of Sex
I am a proud owner of not one, but two, mugs emblazoned with the likeness of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Ruth Bader Ginsburg was the inspiration for my interest in law, and my obsession with her has defined Read More
How Hidden Hiring Bias Creates Workplace Discrimination
In all workplaces, there is a bias against hiring certain groups of people. While this mostly occurs subconsciously without the reviewers realizing they are doing it, it hurts the candidates, employees, and even the company. While hiring discrimination can stifle Read More
Self-Care Tips to Avoid the Burnout Blues
Four years ago, I was drained. I dreaded heading to the office every morning and had zero energy to do anything most days after work. I wanted to spend time with friends and volunteer, but it was all I could Read More