Rethinking Three Myths About BDSM
In this article, we look at three common myths about the BDSM community. We also dive into the negative affects these myths can have on people who engage in BDSM.
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Hentai: A Commentary on Consent
Hentai, as most of us know it, is Japanese animated pornography. Directly translated, it refers specifically to “abnormal sexual desires”...
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The Definition of Consent
Initially, consent was generally defined as simply, “No means no”. Over time, we’ve grown to understand that consent is much, much more...
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Assault, Body Autonomy, and Consent in Wonder Woman 1984
Wonder Woman 1984 (WW84) comes during the rise of women-centred superhero films like Captain Marvel and Harley Quinn: Birds of Prey ...
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Debunking Myths About Virginity
Who else felt a little too inspired by the Ryerson Virginity Club?
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I’m Not Okay With That One “Bridgerton” Scene – Here’s Why
Trigger Warning: This following article contains content related to sexual assault. I, like the rest of the world, binged the first season...
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The Media Needs to Start Talking about Consent
Mixed messages lead to big consequences.
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The Bridgerton Scene No One is Talking About (But They Should Be)
TW: This article discusses themes of sexual assault
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Consent and Coercion
Section 265 of the Canadian Criminal Code describes assault as “A person who commits an assault when: (a) without the consent of another...
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How to Make Consent Hot AF
All right ladies, gents, theys/thems, and everyone in between: let’s talk about how sexy consent can be. First and foremost, what is...
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Exploring Consent Dynamics In Body & Bones
Inspired by personal experiences and the #MeToo movement, writer Melanie Oates set out to create a relatable narrative
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Hypersexuality Amongst Sexual Assault Victims
[TW: this article discusses and includes graphic descriptions of sexual assault, r*pe, and trauma.] Given the recent cases the UW has seen...
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I Love Bridgerton, but We Need to Talk About its Handling of Consent
For a show about sex positivity and consent, Bridgerton fails in its handling of the latter.
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The Domestic Abuse Bill 2020: the Supposed End to the Rough Sex Defence
*Trigger Warning: Rape and sexual assault content* Following the international outcry sparked by the death of British backpacker Grace...
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R*pe Culture: Sex Without Consent is Not Sex
TW: rape, rape culture The topic of rape culture has been a prevalent issue within our community for years. Although it is a pressing issue...
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Sex Education in Public Schools Needs to Change & Here's Why
It's time to fight for comprehensive, non-shaming sex education programs.
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9 College Women on What Consent Looks Like to Them
"I hate the phrase consent is sexy. Like??? Uh, consent is a basic human right."
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It’s On Us: Creating A Culture Of Consent
*TRIGGER WARNING* - This article discusses sexual assault, rape and violence.
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Dear Men: Let’s Talk About Consent
We deserve more than your half-hearted attempts at consent.
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Dear Men: Let’s Talk About Consent
We deserve more than you’re half-hearted attempts at consent.
