We spoke with the co-founders of Reductress about their book, “How to Win at Feminism,” and depictions of feminism in today’s media landscape.
Author: Melissa Scholke
Melissa Scholke is an Editorial Intern at Ms. and a recent graduate of the University of Michigan, where she studied English Literature and Communications Studies. When she’s not writing and discussing important feminist issues, she spends time reading and indulging her indie music obsession.
The Dakota Access Pipeline Endangers Women and the Environment
The Dakota Access Pipeline endangers the environment—and it threatens the safety of Native American women and girls living in the region.
Celebrating the Bravery of Female Journalists
The International Women’s Media Foundation is honoring Mabel Cáceres, Stella Paul, Janine di Giovanni and Diane Rehm this year.
What Tomorrow Brings for Girls in Afghanistan
Despite progress, girls in Afghanistan continue to face various obstacles as they pursue an education. Beth Murphy captures some of these challenges in the documentary “What Tomorrow Brings.”
UNITE HERE Takes On Sexual Harassment in Chicago’s Hospitality Industry
When UNITE HERE Local 1 heard the story of a young server being sexually harassed by a male guest at a local casino, they took action.
Q&A: Suicide Kale’s Brittani Nichols, Jasika Nicole and Brianna Baker on Making Film More Inclusive
SuicideKale is a low-budget, LGBT-centered indie feature film defying Hollywood’s norms. Actors Brittani Nichols, Jasika Nicole, and Brianna Baker spoke with Ms. about diversity and inclusion in media.
Most State Policies Are Failing Low-Income Women and Families
An analysis revealed the economic dilemma imposed upon women by state policies that complicate both abortion care and childcare.
Feminists are Demanding Action on Zika That Addresses the Intersections of Gender and Class
Prominent feminist activists and leaders from a variety of disciplines have signed an open letter to Congressmembers and political candidates stressing the immediate need to pass legislation to respond to the Zika virus
Across TV Platforms, Women Remain Underrepresented On- and Off-Screen
Research released this week reveals that women still have very far to go in the fight for equality on the small screen.
The Fight Goes On: What’s Missing from the Sexual Assault Survivors’ Bill of Rights
As we celebrate this imminent victory, we must continue to push for policies that dismantle obstacles to justice for all survivors.