Caroline Ocampo, The University of Texas at Arlington
These infamous serial killers illustrate that sexism can be life-threatening.
These infamous serial killers illustrate that sexism can be life-threatening.
Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago
Although it was regarded as a commercial flop, her 1992 album blazed a new path for female artists who wanted to express their sexuality in their music.
Although it was regarded as a commercial flop, her 1992 album blazed a new path for female artists who wanted to express their sexuality in their music.
Saba Bazzi, Wayne State University
He succeeded at captivating a fringe group of wannabe alpha-males — the question is, how?
He succeeded at captivating a fringe group of wannabe alpha-males — the question is, how?
Ally Xu, Northeastern University
Ever since it was first invented in the 1920s, this traditional dress has followed the arc of modern Chinese history.
Ever since it was first invented in the 1920s, this traditional dress has followed the arc of modern Chinese history.
Peyton Conner, Indiana University
Even as the video game company struggles under the weight of multiple civil lawsuits, more still needs to be done to pressure the gaming industry into addressing ongoing sexually discriminatory business practices.
Even as the video game company struggles under the weight of multiple civil lawsuits, more still needs to be done to pressure the gaming industry into addressing ongoing sexually discriminatory business practices.
Jordan Oulela, University of Texas at San Antonio
Although often overlooked, the organization has made, and continues to make, numerous contributions that empower women everywhere.
Although often overlooked, the organization has made, and continues to make, numerous contributions that empower women everywhere.
The makeover of one of Disney’s most iconic characters, Minnie Mouse, has sparked worldwide unruly controversy and debate.
Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology
Although her attorneys tried to portray her as a helpless victim of male abuse, her defense ultimately rested on the idea that women can’t make decisions for themselves.
Although her attorneys tried to portray her as a helpless victim of male abuse, her defense ultimately rested on the idea that women can’t make decisions for themselves.
Tori Walz, Eastern Michigan University
In a world that expects marriage and children to be everyone’s end goal, those who don’t conform are publicly judged for their private choices.
In a world that expects marriage and children to be everyone’s end goal, those who don’t conform are publicly judged for their private choices.
Lauren Sung, University of Georgia
Korean bands like H.O.T. and BTS have done a lot to normalize ‘soft masculinity,’ but South Korean culture as a whole remains patriarchal and heteronormative.
Korean bands like H.O.T. and BTS have done a lot to normalize ‘soft masculinity,’ but South Korean culture as a whole remains patriarchal and heteronormative.
Anna Hupp, University of Wyoming
Nida Manzoor’s Peacock sitcom follows five Muslim women and their punk rock band while advocating that ‘music is about representation.’
Nida Manzoor’s Peacock sitcom follows five Muslim women and their punk rock band while advocating that ‘music is about representation.’
Mariam Nasief, Columbia University
The popular film’s legacy is one of feminine empowerment and ‘overcoming adversity by being oneself’ — both lessons to be celebrated.
The popular film’s legacy is one of feminine empowerment and ‘overcoming adversity by being oneself’ — both lessons to be celebrated.
Sydney Smith, University of Pittsburgh
The patronizing criticisms of many female pop stars demonstrate a consistent theme: We really love to loath young women, don’t we?
The patronizing criticisms of many female pop stars demonstrate a consistent theme: We really love to loath young women, don’t we?
Alexa Katherine Will, University of Pittsburgh
Mikki Kendall’s essay collection argues that since its inception, the feminist movement has benefited white women, while leaving behind women of color, cis-gender women, trans women and disabled women.
Mikki Kendall’s essay collection argues that since its inception, the feminist movement has benefited white women, while leaving behind women of color, cis-gender women, trans women and disabled women.
Nnekakwo Adibe, Lesley University
What factors are dampening young girls’ and women’s enthusiasm for careers as scientists, technicians, engineers and mathematicians?
What factors are dampening young girls’ and women’s enthusiasm for careers as scientists, technicians, engineers and mathematicians?
The series has a few issues but is still able to balance entertainment and important discussions.
The series has a few issues but is still able to balance entertainment and important discussions.
Sarah Gudenau, Oakland University
Haven Worley, University of Rochester
Haven Worley, University of Rochester
Netflix’s new movie starring Millie Bobby Brown challenges the conventions of the historical film and creates an improved female narrative in the process.
Netflix’s new movie starring Millie Bobby Brown challenges the conventions of the historical film and creates an improved female narrative in the process.
Emily Jewett, University of San Diego
Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion’s collab isn’t as scandalous as the internet wants you to believe.
Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion’s collab isn’t as scandalous as the internet wants you to believe.
Gabrielle Pascal, Hofstra University
The reaction to the rapper’s recent shooting is just the latest example of how the media and the public are prone to apathy (or mockery) rather than empathy when it comes to Black women’s pain.
The reaction to the rapper’s recent shooting is just the latest example of how the media and the public are prone to apathy (or mockery) rather than empathy when it comes to Black women’s pain.
From black squares to grayscale selfies accompanied with #ChallengeAccepted, Instagram activism is turning more and more into a bandwagon for people to jump on. Is it harming the original movements?
From black squares to grayscale selfies accompanied with #ChallengeAccepted, Instagram activism is turning more and more into a bandwagon for people to jump on. Is it harming the original movements?
Nora Markey, Wesleyan University
On their latest album, the band embraces the complexities of divorce and heartbreak with a radical vulnerability that enchants every listener.
On their latest album, the band embraces the complexities of divorce and heartbreak with a radical vulnerability that enchants every listener.
Emily Jewett, University of San Diego
The open letter against ‘cancel culture’ was mostly signed by people with enormous influence — those who least need to worry about ‘cancellation.’
The open letter against ‘cancel culture’ was mostly signed by people with enormous influence — those who least need to worry about ‘cancellation.’
Katherine Brand, University of Michigan
From compelling female leads to subversive views of sexuality and the body, this list offers terrifying films where the women are in charge.
From compelling female leads to subversive views of sexuality and the body, this list offers terrifying films where the women are in charge.
Gabrielle Pascal, Hofstra University
Fighting racism, sexism and injustice, their resilience remained unwavering. These icons’ legacies mark them as trailblazers.
Fighting racism, sexism and injustice, their resilience remained unwavering. These icons’ legacies mark them as trailblazers.
Emilia Chavez, Rice University
Check out Politico’s podcast to hear diverse and empowering messages from women in business and politics.
Check out Politico’s podcast to hear diverse and empowering messages from women in business and politics.
Nora Markey, Wesleyan University
The famous country singer, who has been called the Great Unifier, has a diverse group of fans because of her all-encompassing love for humanity.
The famous country singer, who has been called the Great Unifier, has a diverse group of fans because of her all-encompassing love for humanity.
Emma Smith, Wesleyan University
The reality TV sensation features fierce rivalry, but it also offers a lens into female empowerment and dynamic female representation.
The reality TV sensation features fierce rivalry, but it also offers a lens into female empowerment and dynamic female representation.
McKenna Uzelac, Columbia University
It is more important than ever to remember the teachings of renowned Black feminist scholar as we consider empathy in our own communities.
It is more important than ever to remember the teachings of renowned Black feminist scholar as we consider empathy in our own communities.
By focusing on inequities and double standards in gender, race, relationships and family, this standup is proving herself to be one of the most timely comedic voices today.
By focusing on inequities and double standards in gender, race, relationships and family, this standup is proving herself to be one of the most timely comedic voices today.
Alyssa Alexander, SUNY Buffalo State
Even nearly 20 years later, this classic graphic novel from the author of ‘Persepolis’ stands up for women, not just in Iran, but worldwide.
Even nearly 20 years later, this classic graphic novel from the author of ‘Persepolis’ stands up for women, not just in Iran, but worldwide.
Kali Johnson, Gustavus Adolphus College
The Canadian singer took the world by storm, and now with a newfound voice, she is determined to defeat the odds set upon her by the media.
The Canadian singer took the world by storm, and now with a newfound voice, she is determined to defeat the odds set upon her by the media.
Alyssa Alexander, SUNY Buffalo State
Sometimes financial aid and a regular job isn’t enough to pay those college loans, but is it worth it?
Sometimes financial aid and a regular job isn’t enough to pay those college loans, but is it worth it?
Alyssa Alexander, SUNY Buffalo State
Violent, dark and gritty. Here’s why these superheroines deserve as much recognition as their idealized counterparts, like Wonder Woman.
Violent, dark and gritty. Here’s why these superheroines deserve as much recognition as their idealized counterparts, like Wonder Woman.
Asha MacKay, Wellesley College
For fans of fantasy looking for a feminist addition to the genre, this series may or may not live up to expectations.
For fans of fantasy looking for a feminist addition to the genre, this series may or may not live up to expectations.
Madison Feser, Seton Hall University
Once a tool against injustice, the term has become a method of gatekeeping that often dissuades political involvement. It’s time to retire the distinction between ‘activists’ and ‘non-activists.’
Once a tool against injustice, the term has become a method of gatekeeping that often dissuades political involvement. It’s time to retire the distinction between ‘activists’ and ‘non-activists.’
Hannah Jumer, Converse College
‘Oh my God, I couldn’t stand being around all of that estrogen, isn’t it catty?’ No.
‘Oh my God, I couldn’t stand being around all of that estrogen, isn’t it catty?’ No.
Blessed be the fruit. From Atwood to Zumas, here four feminist fiction novels that will help you to start a revolution.
Blessed be the fruit. From Atwood to Zumas, here four feminist fiction novels that will help you to start a revolution.
Simona Barca, American University
The legend was a fellow sister in the skies.
The legend was a fellow sister in the skies.
Veronica Kuffel, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Is it a breakthrough for Saudi Arabia, or a compromise to stifle the movement?
Is it a breakthrough for Saudi Arabia, or a compromise to stifle the movement?
Taylor Sprinkle, University of Texas at Austin
The electronic music scene is in desperate need of a feminist revolution.
The electronic music scene is in desperate need of a feminist revolution.
Lauren Prestia, University of Massachusetts Lowell
How Linda Fairstein’s bigotry prevented real justice for Trisha Meili and other women.
How Linda Fairstein’s bigotry prevented real justice for Trisha Meili and other women.
Cameron Rapata, Columbia College Chicago
It’s refreshing to have men like this to look up to.
It’s refreshing to have men like this to look up to.
Emma Uk, Brookdale Community College
The mixed-media artist makes you reevaluate everything you think you know, including Disney princesses, political figures and famous works of art.
The mixed-media artist makes you reevaluate everything you think you know, including Disney princesses, political figures and famous works of art.
Cristina Hernandez, UC San Diego
Smart, eloquent and openly antagonistic, Paglia lives to complicate feminist ideology.
Smart, eloquent and openly antagonistic, Paglia lives to complicate feminist ideology.
Nicole Andrasko, University of Pittsburgh
I’m convinced the writers use my life for source material.
I’m convinced the writers use my life for source material.
Jen Tombs, University of Warwick
Combining tenets of female empowerment and pagan mysticism, witchcraft is on the rise in modern America.
Combining tenets of female empowerment and pagan mysticism, witchcraft is on the rise in modern America.
Lexi Anderson, Pratt Institute
The doctoral student and video creator is helping sow commonsense feminism across the internet.
The doctoral student and video creator is helping sow commonsense feminism across the internet.
Jamie Lovley, University of Maine
Like Lively’s character in the upcoming film, suits are strong, seductive and incredibly versatile.
Like Lively’s character in the upcoming film, suits are strong, seductive and incredibly versatile.
Monica Petrucci, Emerson College
You might not yet be a paragon of maturity, but that doesn’t mean you should be totally clueless either.
You might not yet be a paragon of maturity, but that doesn’t mean you should be totally clueless either.
Michelle Dreyer, Southern New Hampshire University
Everyone is a little bit hoping that Watson will suggest ‘Harry Potter.’
Everyone is a little bit hoping that Watson will suggest ‘Harry Potter.’
It might finally be time to trash your razors.
Danielle Richardson, Florida State University
There’s something dangerously good about these movies — and it’s not the men.
There’s something dangerously good about these movies — and it’s not the men.
Alexandra Fabugais-Inaba, Rutgers University
POPSUGAR’s first Play/Ground event focused on empowering women to be forever playful and ever grounded.
POPSUGAR’s first Play/Ground event focused on empowering women to be forever playful and ever grounded.
Rebecca Crosby, American University
Citizens gathered in Seoul, South Korea, to protest the use of spy cams in public places, which are known to specifically target women.
Citizens gathered in Seoul, South Korea, to protest the use of spy cams in public places, which are known to specifically target women.
Carrie Christensen, Pensacola Christian College
Men are often removed from the conversation and are now left without certain rights that women have been granted.
Men are often removed from the conversation and are now left without certain rights that women have been granted.
Rakshya Devkota, Saint Louis University
In her new album ‘Dirty Computer,’ Janelle Monáe reminds us once again why she’s one of the best political artists out there.
In her new album ‘Dirty Computer,’ Janelle Monáe reminds us once again why she’s one of the best political artists out there.
Jovana Vajagic, DePaul University
The animosity and beef fabricated by society and placed on female rappers in contrast to males is a sign that misogyny still exits in the arts world.
The animosity and beef fabricated by society and placed on female rappers in contrast to males is a sign that misogyny still exits in the arts world.
Kayla Platoff, Maryville University
All of these myths are either made-up or wildly exaggerated, but they’re still important to know.
All of these myths are either made-up or wildly exaggerated, but they’re still important to know.
How the Disney princesses went from fitting into glass slippers to breaking the glass ceiling.
How the Disney princesses went from fitting into glass slippers to breaking the glass ceiling.
Kayla Lichtman, Middlebury College
Cheerleaders, staples of NFL culture, are calling time out on unfair treatment and workplace harassment.
Cheerleaders, staples of NFL culture, are calling time out on unfair treatment and workplace harassment.
How a group of Feminist artists are fighting the Trump administration with phone booth graffiti.
How a group of Feminist artists are fighting the Trump administration with phone booth graffiti.
Sema’Jay Hall, San Francisco State University
“Vagina Monologues” co-director and sorority sister Briana Grogan is part of a new wave of intersectional empowerment.
“Vagina Monologues” co-director and sorority sister Briana Grogan is part of a new wave of intersectional empowerment.
Tabitha Prisinzano, Columbia College of Missouri
Berkeley freshman, Eleanor Hammond, is treading a path to greatness: writing the next big feminist musical.
Berkeley freshman, Eleanor Hammond, is treading a path to greatness: writing the next big feminist musical.
Alex Johnson, New York University
Across the country, a handful of states and pioneering student groups have paved the way for no-cost tampons and other feminine hygiene products.
Across the country, a handful of states and pioneering student groups have paved the way for no-cost tampons and other feminine hygiene products.
Kayla Platoff, Maryville University
Though often overlooked, some Disney Channel Original Movies were way ahead of their time when it comes to feminist messages.
Though often overlooked, some Disney Channel Original Movies were way ahead of their time when it comes to feminist messages.
Cason Ragland, University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Feminist narratives in Hollywood often take an ‘internalize the revolution’ approach. Why?
Feminist narratives in Hollywood often take an ‘internalize the revolution’ approach. Why?
Michele Mendez, Temple University
The latest season of ‘Supergirl’ includes a powerful roster of women, which is rarely seen in the superhero genre.
The latest season of ‘Supergirl’ includes a powerful roster of women, which is rarely seen in the superhero genre.
Carli Scalf, Ball State University
These female empowerment titles will remind you that the fight for gender equality has always had standard-bearers in the heroines of fiction.
These female empowerment titles will remind you that the fight for gender equality has always had standard-bearers in the heroines of fiction.
Kate Maxwell, NC State University
By choosing to remain silent and social media free, Kylie Jenner’s pregnancy sent a powerful feminist message about reproductive choice and autonomy.
By choosing to remain silent and social media free, Kylie Jenner’s pregnancy sent a powerful feminist message about reproductive choice and autonomy.
Erin Alexander, Middle Tennessee State University
The hijabs are part of a broader line of clothing, called the Veronica Collection, designed to offer Muslim women more fashion-forward options for their clothing.
The hijabs are part of a broader line of clothing, called the Veronica Collection, designed to offer Muslim women more fashion-forward options for their clothing.
Grace John, Rutgers University
Marvel’s ‘Black Panther’ is destroying a decades-old movie trend by showing that women are more than just a pretty face.
Marvel’s ‘Black Panther’ is destroying a decades-old movie trend by showing that women are more than just a pretty face.
Kayla Platoff, Maryville University
Female-led Hollywood movies continue to make headway for gender equality.
Female-led Hollywood movies continue to make headway for gender equality.
Camelia Juarez, Texas State University
Being a Catholic and a feminist is tough, but you should never let the two opposing sides make you feel as though you have to choose one over the other.
Being a Catholic and a feminist is tough, but you should never let the two opposing sides make you feel as though you have to choose one over the other.
Karen Guan, Southern Methodist University
Sophia Richards, Barnard College student and occasional model, wanted to fill a gap in the media by telling the stories of remarkable, fearless women.
Sophia Richards, Barnard College student and occasional model, wanted to fill a gap in the media by telling the stories of remarkable, fearless women.
Lizzy Spangler, University of North Texas
Goddess parties are the new functions in which women’s empowerment is celebrated.
Goddess parties are the new functions in which women’s empowerment is celebrated.
Men who are willing to speak up can help the fight against sexual harassment.
Men who are willing to speak up can help the fight against sexual harassment.
Kathleen Danielson, Carleton College
The world needs more poetry by unapologetically powerful women.
The world needs more poetry by unapologetically powerful women.
Camelia Juarez, Texas State University
Can it be…both?
Can it be…both?
Carli Scalf, Ball State University
Men seem to miss the benefits they stand to gain from gender equality.
Men seem to miss the benefits they stand to gain from gender equality.
Lizzy Spangler, University of North Texas
Spoiler alert: Slut-shaming and white feminism are NOT on this list.
Spoiler alert: Slut-shaming and white feminism are NOT on this list.
Kathryn Parker, Fordham University
If you’re a young feminist and you want to have the literary knowledge to back it up, these are the books for you.
If you’re a young feminist and you want to have the literary knowledge to back it up, these are the books for you.
The young songwriter cut her teeth collaborating with Kendrick Lamar, and her new solo career looks to be just as intense.
The young songwriter cut her teeth collaborating with Kendrick Lamar, and her new solo career looks to be just as intense.
Kara Mercer, Northern Illinois University
The aspiring physician was recognized this year by the American Association of University Women for her intersectional advocacy.
The aspiring physician was recognized this year by the American Association of University Women for her intersectional advocacy.
Kayla Kibbe, Connecticut College
With prom season in full swing, feminists everywhere are preparing their annual invectives against the tyranny of dress codes. But are clothing guidelines really restrictive?
With prom season in full swing, feminists everywhere are preparing their annual invectives against the tyranny of dress codes. But are clothing guidelines really restrictive?
Kayla Kibbe, Connecticut College
In the eyes of Cooper Hefner, ‘Playboy’ and its nudity are bastions of self-expression that have empowered women for decades. How wrong is he?
In the eyes of Cooper Hefner, ‘Playboy’ and its nudity are bastions of self-expression that have empowered women for decades. How wrong is he?
Kristian Porter, Northern Kentucky University
Honestly, I don’t know how anyone could criticize these photographs.
Honestly, I don’t know how anyone could criticize these photographs.
D'Ariel Myrick, University of Georgia
Feminism wouldn’t be what it is today without these pivotal figures.
Feminism wouldn’t be what it is today without these pivotal figures.
Payton Ramey, University of Central Florida
The Hamline University student turns stories of anorexia, sexual abuse and misogyny into anthems of confidence.
The Hamline University student turns stories of anorexia, sexual abuse and misogyny into anthems of confidence.
Kayla Kibbe, Connecticut College
The philosophy rests on the idea that in order to be equal, you must first accept that you are unequal.
The philosophy rests on the idea that in order to be equal, you must first accept that you are unequal.
Alicia Drier, Roosevelt University
For many years, feminism has been a dirty word, but could 2017 bring a necessary facelift to this decades-long revolution?
For many years, feminism has been a dirty word, but could 2017 bring a necessary facelift to this decades-long revolution?
Sophie Hurlock, Xavier University
All too often, women are mistreated their entire lives but have no idea.
All too often, women are mistreated their entire lives but have no idea.
Shannon Mondesir, Brooklyn College
With thousands of Americans marching in protest of inequality and unfair treatment, who is really being represented?
With thousands of Americans marching in protest of inequality and unfair treatment, who is really being represented?