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“I’m not a feminist, but…”

“I’m not a feminist, but…” We’ve probably all heard this phrase spoken before, and we are definitely aware of its implications.  I personally know several women who align themselves with feminism and the women’s movement, but for one reason or… Read more ›

November 9, 2009
Ashley
Activism
Gender, literacy, literacy interview, research, thesis

Are We Excluding People?

This is just a thought at the moment, but aren’t we, as feminist bloggers, excluding not only those who don’t speak English, but those who can’t access technology? An interesting conversation took place a while back in a grad class,… Read more ›

November 2, 2009
Ashley
Activism
access, Activism, blogging, blogs, exclusionary, Technology

Small Strokes

I love it when research about feminist activism and feminism points you to a quote that explains exactly what you’re trying to do with your own activism. This is from ManifestA: young women, feminism, and the future by Jennifer Baumgardner… Read more ›

November 1, 2009
Ashley
Activism
Activism, Amy Richards, gender, Jennifer Baumgardner, literacy, literacy interview, manifesta, politics, Sexism

Breast Cancer Awareness – 10/31

Here ends our breast cancer awareness month journey. I hope you’ve enjoyed the pictures and found the facts and links useful. Please, please consider donating to my Avon Walk. Every dollar truly makes a difference. To donate, click here. See… Read more ›

October 31, 2009
Ashley
Activism
avon walk, breast cancer, breast cancer awareness

Breast Cancer Awareness – 10/30

Support Breast Cancer Awareness here. See all Breast Cancer Awareness Month posts Let’s finish off this series with a few more pictures, eh? Sooo many walkers and the beautiful Chicago skyline on a beautiful day: order

October 30, 2009
Ashley
Activism
avon walk, breast cancer, breast cancer awareness

Breast Cancer Awareness – 10/29

Support Breast Cancer Awareness here. Here’s another picture from the Avon Walk! My friend, Adam, and me hanging out at lunch:

October 29, 2009
Ashley
Activism
avon walk, breast cancer, breast cancer awareness

Breast Cancer Awareness – 10/28

I prefer 2 days, but those who participate in the walk are AWESOME! (My mom did it a few times!) Support Breast Cancer Awareness here. See all Breast Cancer Awareness Month posts

October 29, 2009
Ashley
Activism
avon walk, breast cancer, breast cancer awareness

Breast Cancer Awareness – 10/27

Image by Getty Images via Daylife The White House went pink for breast cancer awareness, too! Support Breast Cancer Awareness here. See all Breast Cancer Awareness Month posts

October 27, 2009
Ashley
Activism

This Is What A Beautiful Bride Looks Like

I am becoming increasingly frustrated with wedding mentality and pressure. There is so much pressure to be perfect when you’re preparing to be a bride, and it’s sad to me how many women buy into this. I, myself, bought into… Read more ›

October 27, 2009
Ashley
Activism
beautiful brides, bride, wedding

Breast Cancer Awareness – 10/26

Have I posted this one yet?  Another great breast cancer resource: BreastCancer.org Support Breast Cancer Awareness here.

October 26, 2009
Ashley
Activism

Blogging Burnout

I’m going to go ahead and just say this, and hope it doesn’t sound too woe-is-me or self-centered or any of that. I am doing much more than any normal person should ever be expected to do. I no particular… Read more ›

October 26, 2009
Ashley
Activism
blogging, blogs, burnout

More on Weddings

from Jessica Valenti at Feministing was too good not to share with you all.  In fact, it had me tearing up a little bit when I got to the end of it, because it is SO TRUE, and I definitely… Read more ›

October 25, 2009
Ashley
Activism
wedding

Breast Cancer Awareness – 10/25

Here’s a link from Vanity Fair about REAL activism.  Sure, those Fight Like a Girl t-shirts may have been cool, but they’re no substitute for real activism! Article courtesy of @jilliancthomas Support Breast Cancer Awareness here. See all Breast Cancer… Read more ›

October 25, 2009
Ashley
Activism
avon walk, breast cancer, breast cancer awareness

Breast Cancer Awareness – 10/24

Loving these t-shirts! Fight like a girl! Support Breast Cancer Awareness here. See all Breast Cancer Awareness Month posts

October 24, 2009
Ashley
Activism
avon walk, breast cancer, breast cancer awareness

Breast Cancer Awareness – 10/23

Today’s link is from Jezebel: Breast Cancer is a Disease, Not a Marketing Opportunity Support Breast Cancer Awareness here. See all Breast Cancer Awareness Month posts

October 23, 2009
Ashley
Activism
avon walk, breast cancer, breast cancer awareness

What Feminism Means To Me: Amanda ReCupido

Today’s post comes from Amanda ReCupido, and is part of a Salon of blog posts asking feminists to define what feminism means to them. You can follow Amanda on Twitter, read her blog, and check out her answers to the… Read more ›

October 22, 2009
Guest
Activism
definition, salon, what feminism means

Breast Cancer Awareness – 10/22

Today’s awesome picture is from Lolcats, via Criss L. Cox. Support Breast Cancer Awareness here.  

October 22, 2009
Ashley
Activism
avon walk, breast cancer, breast cancer awareness

What Feminism Means To Me: Criss L. Cox

Today’s post comes from Criss L. Cox, and is part of a Salon of blog posts asking feminists to define what feminism means to them.  You can follow Criss on Twitter and read her blog. I used to think “feminists”… Read more ›

October 21, 2009
Ashley
Activism
definition, salon, what feminism means

Breast Cancer Awareness – 10/21

A great picture: Rosie the Riveter and Breast Cancer Awareness!  A great feminist cause. Support Breast Cancer Awareness here. See all Breast Cancer Awareness Month posts

October 21, 2009
Ashley
Activism
avon walk, breast cancer, breast cancer awareness

What Feminism Means To Me: Danine Spencer

Today’s post comes from Danine Spencer, and is part of a Salon of blog posts asking feminists to define what feminism means to them.  You can follow Danine on Twitter, read her blog, and check out her answers to the… Read more ›

October 20, 2009
Guest
Activism
definition, salon, what feminism means
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