On March 26th, 2024, I decided to step out of my comfort zone and attend a webinar called Caring for a Caregiver hosted by Women for Madison. Megan Shanker, assistant director for Women from Madison, introduced the event and what this network was about. Women for Madison is a network of alumni, parents, and students […]
Read More what does it mean to be a caregiver?Books, revered as gateways to diverse perspectives, are facing an unsettling trend in the United States — the surge in book bans. Beyond pretty covers and bound pages lies the erasure of stories, particularly those challenging societal norms related to race, gender, sexuality, and the history of the nation. Today, I will discuss the historical […]
Read More Breaking Chains: Feminism, Literature, and U.S. Book BansAs a proud contributor to ShoutOut JMU!, my journey into feminist blogging has been truly incredible. Being a part of this platform has not only been fulfilling but has also provided me with invaluable lessons about feminism. Through my experiences with ShoutOut, I’ve gained an understanding of feminist blogging, discovering its benefits and importance. Joining […]
Read More The ShoutOut! ExperienceC0-authored by @cottoncandyloverprincess and @letskeepitreal32 LOCAL Parents Rights Rally A rally organized by D.E.I. (Diversity, Equality, and Introspection) and founded by Yvonne Wilson took place, addressing concerns about parental rights in schools. As described by the Daily News-Record, the event was sponsored by the Harrisonburg/Rockingham County chapter of City Elders, a national Christian religious and […]
Read More newsroom round-upIn the United States, we have witnessed an increase in women’s participation in politics. From heads of state to local representatives, women are breaking through the glass ceiling. Women’s representation in politics is not merely a matter of gender balance; it is a testament to the power of diversity and representation. Rebecca Leppert and Drew […]
Read More The Impact of Women in Politics: Representation MattersThis past year I have started volunteering for SOGIE (Sexual Orientation Gender Identity and Expression) here at JMU and with this experience I have realized there is so much more behind the scenes that goes into the work they do. To give a more inside view to the work SOGIE does, I interviewed my friend, […]
Read More the sogie experience – interview with gavin wilkersonThis post was edited on October 18 by FemmeInAction Mental illness is on the rise, impacting 1 in 5 adults in America, according to the CDC. While mental illness is extremely relevant, it remains a topic that is surrounded by stigma and misinformation. When we intersect sexuality and mental health, particularly the LGBTQ+ community, we […]
Read More Mental Health Challenges in the LGBTQ+ CommunityPhoto by Christine Nesbitt from UNICEF The Taliban has complete control of Afghanistan and their politics. Starting September 18, 2023, one of their new policies is to uphold Afghan girls right to education. This decision has created outrage across the globe. Organizations such as the United Nations and Education Cannot Wait (ECW) have reached out […]
Read More The Taliban threat womens right to educationQuinta Brunson, a Black comedian from Western Philadelphia, is best known for creating, executive producing, co-writing, and starring in the award-winning TV series Abbott Elementary. For those who don’t know anything about Abbott Elementary, it is a mockumentary-style comedy show surrounding a group of hard-working, dedicated, and passionate teachers at a Philadelphia public school; it […]
Read More Abbott Elementary: Supporting Public Schools & TeachersCan you think back to those early years of middle school when history class was simple. Filled with movies, pop-corn readings, and fun activities meant for 6th graders to grasp the concept of the colonial period and the American revolution? I sure do, because personally history has always been my favorite subject. Since a young age […]
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