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Decolonization is more than a meme or hashtag
The social justice catchphrase, which is popular on TikTok and Instagram, has a complex meaning.
By Rebecca Ruiz
22 memorable moments of 2021 when people stood up for the least powerful among us
Just like last year, 2021 shaped up to be a year of social activism.
These activists refuse to surrender to the Supreme Court on abortion rights. Here's their plan.
The Supreme Court is poised to gut Roe v. Wade. These abortion rights activists aren't giving up.
By Rebecca Ruiz
The people supplying our food deserve more than thanks this holiday season
Meet the hard-working individuals bringing food to your grocery stores, restaurants, and dining halls.
Elon Musk asked for a $6B plan to end hunger. Here it is.
It's time for him to put his money where 42 million hungry mouths are.
By Amanda Yeo
Instagram gets an F, TikTok a D+ on sexism report card
The highest mark, received by Reddit, was still only a C.
By Amanda Yeo
Hundreds of thousands of protesters demand climate justice across the globe amid COP26
People really turned up for the Global Day of Action for Climate Justice.
Cecily Strong powerfully defends abortion rights in perfect 'SNL' Weekend Update appearance as a clown
Goober the Clown is ready to school you on abortion rights.
It's a 'bones day' for thousands skipping school to protest at COP26
Noodles the pug and the "This is fine" dog sum it up for the youths.
Climate protesters go hard as
COP26 commences
Dead mermaids, Squid Game, and demands for climate action now.
Greta Thunberg asks for less 'blah, blah, blah' and more honesty at COP26
She spoke about the importance of youth leadership and her dismay at current politicians.
Mehreen Baig unpacks reform and resilience in the UK education system
"The book is a tribute to all the young people who carry on laughing and fighting, despite the adversities they face."
Handball Federation gets rid of bikini uniform rule after accusations of sexism
"Why should female athletes be punished for wearing an outfit which is functional and practical?"
The United Nations (in dinosaur form) is asking leaders to address climate change
Save your species before it's too late.
Instagram's become an essential tool for activists. But it's a double-edged sword.
Behind every slideshow, graphic, and direct message is a person.
'You' Season 3 makes a case against performative activism
The Netflix thriller sees one character centering herself in someone else's tragedy.
Prince William unveils the 5 winners of the Earthshot Prize
Winners received £1 million each.
'Don't be that guy' addresses male sexual entitlement in a powerful PSA for men
"Most men don't look in the mirror and see a problem, but it's staring us right in the face."
An 18-year-old climate activist is calling out Microsoft for their excessive corporate flights
The #JustUseTeams campaign is asking for Microsoft to reduce air travel and use their video calling product instead.
UNICEF report finds that 1 in 7 young people live with diagnosed mental health disorder
The rate of diagnosed disorders is highest in the Middle East, North Africa, North America, and Western Europe.
The Nobel Peace Prize 2021 winners have been announced
Both recipients are symbols of freedom of information and expression.
How to revive student activism after a year of loss and trauma
It's hard to be a teen. It's hard to be a teen activist. It's hard to be a teen activist coming out of a global pandemic.
The UK zine tackling sex and relationship issues for people of colour
From non-monogamy to period shame to STIs, 'The Sex Agenda' examines subjects thorough the eyes of marginalised groups.