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NONBINARY PEOPLE’S DAY

... Honoring the nonbinary community today (and every day)Nearly 4 in 10 young Americans say they know someone who is nonbinary, 2X the rate of older adults. In sharp contrast to the wave of anti-LGBTQ bills and legislation that have targeted nonbinary individuals, younger people are much more likely to see gender and sexuality through a lens of acceptance. For instance, as Cassandra uncovered on our Gen Alpha: Generation Infinite Report, 84% of older Gen Alphas (8-12 year olds) say that a person’s ...

ACTIONABLE ALLYSHIP

... Honoring Ally Week (and all 52 weeks of the year)Disturbingly, this year, 45 states have introduced 650 bills—double last year's—limiting LGBTQ+ rights, especially for young people. These bills obstruct gender-affirming care, restrict school involvement, and jeopardize their safety. During Ally Week, we honor the call to learn, speak up, and foster inclusivity, and look to recognize Gen Z organizations and individuals championing empathy and inclusiveness not only this week but year-round ...

LET’S TALK ABOUT SEX

... wipes designed to elevate intimate experiences.— Alexandria, 20, FL (Cassandra Collective) - MAUDE - Éva Goicochea, a former healthcare legislative aide and brand strategist, spearheaded the launch of Maude as one of the early pioneers to prioritize intimacy and inclusivity in the sexual wellness product landscape. Under the tagline "intimate care for all," Maude has expanded its offerings to encompass a diverse range of gender-neutral products. These include jojoba oil massage candles, mineral bath ...

THE ERAS OF SHARED FANDOM

... meaningful dialogues between parents and their children regarding various societal issues. Through creative storytelling, the film used the iconic Barbie doll to challenge conventional beauty standards and gender roles, advocating for a feminist perspective on female representation and empowerment. The movie's self-awareness and social commentary provide a platform for parents to initiate discussions with their children on these complex subjects, using the film as a catalyst. This renewed appreciation ...

LUXURY BRANDS DESIGNING FOR GEN Z

... effort to connect to a new generation, last year, Karl Lagerfeld announced the launch of the KARL LAGERFELD JEANS brand and its debut collection for the Spring 2023 season. Bold and youthful with a street style appeal, the brand’s signature aesthetic boasts loose fits, bold colors, and a fluid approach to gender definition, with styles made from more sustainable fabrics and manufacturing techniques. While prices are lower than its main-line denim, “Karl Lagerfeld Jeans is not a diffusion line, but ...

LGBTQ+ SAFE ZONES

... peers. Every year, the center holds a prom for the kids; they can dress as they like and bring a date of whatever gender they prefer.— Rahrah, 25, NJ (Cassandra Collective) - THE RUBY FRUIT - According to the Lesbian Bar Project, In the 1980s, there were roughly 200 Lesbian Bars in the United States. Today, there are fewer than 30. Clearly, dedicated lesbian spaces are rare. However, The Ruby Fruit in Los Angeles, which opened in February, has begun a journey back to relevance for lesbian-owned ...

VIRAL NEWS: T-SWIFT, NFL, HEINZ, & VOTING REGISTRATION

... superstar soft-launching her relationship with Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce has had on younger generations' attention to football this past week —and, to be fair, in the “famous partner” gender conversation. After the singer attended last Sunday's game, the NFL reported a 400% increase in sales for the player's jersey, putting him in the top 5 selling NFL players of the day. This spike only represents how excited Swifties are to embrace the relationship and how eager they might be to build ...

MAY THE 4TH BE FEMALE

... been prevalent, fueling gender stereotypes, fangirls have had a bad rap. However, with social media changing how we interact with many subcultures, girls, and women have leveraged their passion into genuine social power. Today, we’re looking at three fandoms creating intentional space for females. - FANGIRLIFICATION OF FORMULA 1 - Formula 1 is often viewed as an elitist sport, and the entities behind the sport are not always the most accepting of new enthusiasts. However, the sport has suddenly ...

WOMEN LEADING THE WAY

... Celebrating International Women's Day International Women’s Day (IWD) grew from efforts in the early 20th century to promote women’s rights, especially suffrage. Fast forward to today, International Women’s Day recognizes the historical, cultural, and political achievements of women and takes action against gender inequality around the world. However, although inequalities like discrimination and pay gaps still shockingly exist, International Women's Day increases awareness of these issues and ...

TRAVELING WITH PRIDE

... them find the joy in the journey. - REFUGE RESTROOMS - Refuge Restrooms is a trans-led app that seeks to provide safe global restroom access for transgender, intersex, and gender-nonconforming individuals. Users can search for restrooms by proximity to a search location, add new restroom listings, as well as comment on and rate existing listings. The first 4500 entries are thanks to the now-defunct Safe2Pee database. The rest of the database is generated by users, who can easily add a listing to ...