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fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

My Work Disrespected Me During a Religious Holiday. I Held My Tongue, But I'm Mad.

The irony of being lectured for 'insularity' during an anti-discrimination workshop highlights the unawareness of those leading the training, showcasing a disconnect in understanding.
Social justice
from48 hills
2 weeks ago

'Indigenize SF' maps well-known street names and statues paying homage to genocide - 48 hills

The exhibition features a large map of San Francisco that identifies 35 city street names and 10 statues and monuments that commemorate historical figures involved in the genocide of American Indians.
SF politics
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 weeks ago

Museums at Indian Boarding Schools Are Shining Light on Their Survivors

"My grandma was four when she was brought [to Stewart], and she was raised in violence by the matrons. She never had an opportunity to learn parenting skills from her parents. That experience, in my family at least, was the start of violence, alcoholism, and generational trauma. I have relatives who still will not step foot out here because our grandma was abused on a regular basis."
Social justice
#mental-health
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Mental health

Opinion: What California still doesn't understand about men's mental health

Youth and young adults account for a disproportionate number of emergency room visits for self-harm, indicating a mental health crisis.
fromFast Company
3 months ago
Alternative transportation

'Car Brain' is killing us-literally

Car Brain is a normalized affliction that promotes antisocial driving behaviors, linking it to broader mental health issues.
fromCreative Bloq
1 month ago

Innovative new calendar plugin celebrates LGBTQIA+ history - download it today

A new calendar plugin offers daily insights into LGBTQIA+ history and culture throughout the year.
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
2 months ago

Donna's Chronicles, "Do yourself a favor and get tickets..." - San Francisco Bay Times

The Compton's Cafeteria Riot play brings history to life, highlighting LGBTQ+ resilience against oppression in an immersive theatrical experience.
Travel
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I've been to over 90 countries. I'll never travel somewhere new before asking these 8 questions.

Researching local laws and customs is crucial to have a smooth travel experience.
Arts
fromColossal
3 months ago

Reskate's Youthful Murals Transform into Glowing Symbols of Peace

Reskate's murals transform at night, highlighting societal issues through art.
fromMail Online
3 months ago

I'm a female solo traveller - this is the safest country in the world

'I spent a few days by myself in Abu Dhabi recently on my way back from South Africa and felt very comfortable walking around and travelling by myself.'
Travel
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

I take my kids out of school to travel. Their teachers don't always like it, but they learn so much through seeing the world.

For example, although my kids learned about the Holocaust in school, visiting museums and gas chambers in Auschwitz elevated their understanding of it and taught them even more about the horrific genocide.
Parenting
Travel
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

These Are The Rudest Things Americans Say When Traveling Abroad

Traveling abroad requires cultural awareness to avoid offending locals.
Certain attitudes, like expecting customer service to be universally American, can lead to misunderstandings.
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