human rights

be the change

direct action

politics + activism

Want to Organize a Protest? Here Are 9 Things You Need to Know

We’re going to need to use our bodies and our voices as weapons against the Trump administration. We’re going to need to be brave.

KaeLyn —

Jan 30, 2017

Daily Fix

feminism

politics + activism

Amnesty International’s Policy Calling for Decriminalization of Sex Work is a Move in the Right Direction

Amnesty International’s Board has put together a draft policy on sex work that could lift up and protect some of the most vulnerable and marginalized folks around the world -…

Carmen —

Aug 13, 2015

criminal justice reform

Daily Fix

politics + activism

Meet Loretta Lynch, Our New Attorney General: Where She Stands on 5 Big Issues

Get to know Loretta Lynch, the first black woman to ever hold the office of Attorney General.

Kaitlyn —

Apr 27, 2015

Daily Fix

human rights

gender

DW Trantham, Courageous Trans Teen, Stands Up For Her Bathroom Rights and Finds Community Support

“We’re not freaks, we’re not perverts, we’re just people. I’m worried about my bathroom safety more than anyone else.”

Mey —

Mar 23, 2015

anti-discrimination laws

Daily Fix

politics + activism

LGBTQ Idahoans and Allies Pack the Capitol to “Add The Words” to the Idaho Human Rights Act

People shared stories of discrimination, bullying and fear of oppression and why they just want to be free to be themselves in their home state.

Mey —

Jan 28, 2015

human rights

women in politics

lgbt history

Rest in Power, Yuri Kochiyama

Let us celebrate the life and legacy of a civil rights heroine, Yuri Kochiyama.

Helen —

Jun 2, 2014

gay rights

human rights

politics + activism

What The Headlines Missed: Landmark Ruling In Lebanon Advances Trans* Rights Too

A ruling in Lebanon shows that progress for LGB and trans* communities can occur simultaneously instead of hierarchically.

Helen —

Mar 27, 2014

Arizona

Daily Fix

politics + activism

Arizona’s Horrific “Freedom of Religion” Discrimination Bill Awaits Governor’s Signature

The potential for discrimination extends far beyond same-sex couples wishing to celebrate their partnerships; theoretically, it could affect anyone who acts against someone else’s religious beliefs.

Kaitlyn —

Feb 24, 2014

Daily Fix

feminism

politics + activism

Protecting the Protectors: UN Moves to Increase Protections for Women Human Rights Defenders

Significant opposition to a UN resolution to protect women HRDs raises questions about how to balance local contexts and values with universal human rights, as well as remind us of…

Fikri —

Dec 5, 2013

africa

gay rights

politics + activism

Malawi Might Be One (Small) Step Further On The Path to Gay Rights

“Whether [President Banda] will be able to overcome centuries of entrenched homophobia and help Malawi become one of the few African countries without anti-gay laws remains to be seen, but…

Cara —

Nov 7, 2012

Daily Fix

gay rights

politics + activism

LGBT Equality, Activism and Inspiration at the Celebration of Courage Award Ceremony

Last week the International Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Commission hosted their annual “Celebration of Courage” Gala and I was there (and accidentally chatted with Judith Butler!).

Jamie J. Hagen —

Jul 25, 2012

gay rights

greatest hits

politics + activism

Charlotte Bunch Is Important: The Autostraddle Interview

“I mean, we would not have violence against women or any issues of women’s rights on the agenda if we had waited for the human rights boys to say it…

Jamie J. Hagen —

Jun 9, 2012