As the new year starts, many people question how ethical AI can be and who is in charge of what content is released. Are the terms and conditions within social media effective? Who’s really in charge of verifying if posted content is appropriate and ensuring that it isn’t going to hurt someone’s reputation? Questions started […]
Read More Is it finally time to regulate AI?Throughout history we have been exposed to the multitude of ways that women and advocates of feminism have committed themselves to protesting to further advance equality. But radical movements for equality and liberation have often been swept under the rug or have had their value negated. But we must ask ourselves why we’re so quick […]
Read More South Korea’s 4B Movement: The Real Impacts of The RadicalIn 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 Matters“Everyone wants to experience pleasure, why is society so shameful for wanting that?” – Adrienne Maree Brown Earlier this month I attended the first-ever JMU hosted, Queer Teach-in. This campus event provided an all-day long event with speakers, activities, and insight into the LGBTQ+ curriculum that is missing from our campus. I attended the virtual […]
Read More “Pleasure Activism” with Adrienne Maree BrownHave you ever considered having a child? Millions of people around the world would love the opportunity to one day bear a child of their own. Unfortunately, the idea of having a child seems nearly impossible for many due to numerous expenses that come with children. While there are endless costs to consider such as […]
Read More Childbirth: An Expensive IssueLast November millions of people sat at their computers anxiously anticipating the opportunity to purchase tickets to see Taylor Swift live in concert. Taylor had released four new albums (not including re-releases of her old albums) since her last tour in 2018. Taylor’s most recent album Midnights shattered numerous records upon its release, reaching 185 […]
Read More Ticketmaster: A monopolyOn Wednesday, October 4th JMU held its very first Queer Teach-In at the University in Madison Union 235. The event consisted of all-day lectures, workshops, artwork, exhibits, performances, etc. The event went on from 9:05 am to 7:20 pm, with endless amount of information to indulge in. The room shined with pure queer joy that […]
Read More Queer Teach IN: Dr. Reslie Cortés“C’mon, smile for me” Working in the restaurant industry, I’ve heard this statement countless times while greeting tables or just simply minding my own business. When a man tells me to smile for them, I feel as though they feel entitled to make me smile for their own entertainment, like an object. But if I […]
Read More “SMILE FOR ME”This 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+ CommunityAfter a long 148 days, the WGA and SAG-AFTRA have finally reached an agreement to end the writers’ strike in Hollywood. The strike began over the summer due to inadequate pay as well as the growing concerns of AI replacing writers. An agreement was reached that will significantly increase writers’ wages along with many other […]
Read More The end of the writers’ strike: effect on feminism in hollywood
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