Danica Roem’s journey from a metal-head food delivery worker to a state Senator in Virginia defies conventional political narratives and highlights her resilience against intense anti-trans rhetoric. From Food Delivery to State Senate In 2016, Danica Roem’s life was worlds apart from politics, selling kabobs upstairs in Arlington, Virginia. Her vivid self-description paints a colorful … Read more
In a recently issued guidance, police officers have been warned that they could be sacked for questioning a colleague’s gender. Here’s the full story. New Guidance The newly introduced “Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy” by Surrey and Sussex Police seeks to align the forces with the public sector’s equality duty. A Zero-Tolerance Approach Under this … Read more
More states are applying restrictions to minors who are seeking gender-affirming care. Here’s the story. The Survey A recent survey conducted by The Washington Post and Kaiser Family Foundation revealed that 78% of transgender adults in the United States feel more satisfied with their lives after living with a gender different from their assigned birth … Read more
A recent situation at Roanoke College in Virginia involving a transgender student’s desire to join the women’s swimming team has sparked controversy about the need for clear guidelines in collegiate sports. The Complex Scenario Roanoke College found itself in a difficult situation when a transgender student expressed the wish to join the women’s swimming team … Read more
Black churches and congregations in Florida now offer versions of Black history education that do not follow state-imposed guidelines. This comes in response to recent changes in Florida’s educational curriculum for K-12 students, which has sparked controversy and criticism. Changing Curriculum Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, a Republican and a 2024 presidential candidate, faced backlash after … Read more
A recent Pew Research Center survey has shed light on Americans’ deeply pessimistic outlook on various aspects of their nation. This survey, based on data collected in July, reveals that a significant portion of the population fears for the future of the United States, with concerns spanning from moral and ethical standards to education, racial … Read more
Black churches and congregations in Florida now offer versions of Black history education that do not follow state-imposed guidelines. This comes in response to recent changes in Florida’s educational curriculum for K-12 students, which has sparked controversy and criticism. Changing Curriculum Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, a Republican and a 2024 presidential candidate, faced backlash after … Read more
A recent situation at Roanoke College in Virginia involving a transgender student’s desire to join the women’s swimming team has sparked controversy about the need for clear guidelines in collegiate sports. The Complex Scenario Roanoke College found itself in a difficult situation when a transgender student expressed the wish to join the women’s swimming team … Read more
Stirring outrage and raising questions about the boundaries of individual expression and school policies, an 18-year-old Black student in Texas found himself suspended for wearing a natural hairstyle deemed an “expression of cultural pride.” A Teen’s Struggle Darryl George, an 18-year-old junior at Barbers Hill High School in Texas, recently found himself at the center … Read more
In the ever-evolving world of fashion, it’s the small things that often spark the biggest revolutions. Centuries of Unfairness While centuries have passed since men first began stashing items in their clothing, women are still burdened with the necessity of handbags. Time Is Up But a movement is quietly sweeping across the fashion landscape, demanding … Read more
Black churches and congregations in Florida now offer versions of Black history education that do not follow state-imposed guidelines. This comes in response to recent changes in Florida’s educational curriculum for K-12 students, which has sparked controversy and criticism. Changing Curriculum Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, a Republican and a 2024 presidential candidate, faced backlash after … Read more
Stirring outrage and raising questions about the boundaries of individual expression and school policies, an 18-year-old Black student in Texas found himself suspended for wearing a natural hairstyle deemed an “expression of cultural pride.” A Teen’s Struggle Darryl George, an 18-year-old junior at Barbers Hill High School in Texas, recently found himself at the center … Read more
In a landscape of evolving sexual education standards, many LGBTQ+ students find themselves left out and unrepresented. As new restrictions loom, the challenge of accessing inclusive information becomes even more daunting. Lack of Inclusivity in Traditional Sex Education In fifth grade, Stella Gage’s class watched a video about puberty, and in ninth grade, they briefly … Read more