Julie Zeilinger
Women's Media Center
New York, NY, United States
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Ashley Judd reflects on #MeToo one year later
In light of the Women's Media Center's brand new report evaluating the impact of #MeToo, Ashley Judd — Chair of the WMC Speech Project and one of the instigators of the #MeToo movement — spoke to Women Under Siege's Lauren Wolfe about her role in the movement, what #MeToo has accomplished, and what it will still accomplish in the future. → Read More
An interview with groundbreaking composer Missy Mazzoli
Not only has Mazzoli been deemed “one of the more consistently inventive, surprising composers now working in New York” by the New York Times, but she is also the founder of the Luna Lab, a mentorship program for female-identifying composers between the ages of 13-19. → Read More
Author Allison Yarrow on her book, 90s Bitch
Feminist writer Allison Yarrow seeks to answer that very question in her new book 90s Bitch. Yarrow talked to the FBomb about how and why this “bitchification occurred,” as well as its implications for current and future generations of feminists. → Read More
Lizz Winstead on the new SCOTUS case taking on Crisis Pregnancy Centers
On Tuesday, the Supreme Court heard the first oral arguments in a crucial case targeting Crisis Pregnancy Centers. Lizz Winstead of Lady Parts Justice explains why this case is so important. → Read More
These Puerto Rican Students Are Sharing Their Experiences Post-Hurricane Maria
On September 20, Hurricane Maria made landfall in Puerto Rico. The storm, the force of which was unprecedented, also caused unparalleled damage to the island. As of the end of January, four months after the storm, nearly half a million Puerto Rican residents still don't have power and face a number of other issues ranging from their economic to psychological well-being. Some institutions are… → Read More
The #MeToo Movement Is Affecting Men Too
To date, thousands of people have used the hashtag #MeToo to share their experiences with sexual harassment and assault. The loudest voices among those who have contributed have been women, including celebrities like Cara Delevingne and America Ferrera. While this makes sense given that the majority of people who experience this type of abuse are women, it's also important to reach those who… → Read More
Sen. Tim Kaine On DACA: 'The Consequences To Young People Are Serious'
Sen Tim Kaine, the former Democratic Vice Presidential nominee, speaks out about DACA and finding bipartisan solution to protecting Dreamers. → Read More
800,000 Young Immigrants' Futures Are On The Line
So what are Trump and Congress doing about it? → Read More
These Celebrities Perfectly Explained Why They Wore Black To The Golden Globes
'This is about every woman in every industry globally.' → Read More
The Supreme Court is hearing a major case regarding LGBTQ+ rights
The Masterpiece Cakeshop case isn’t really about cake at all. It’s about discrimination. This case could potentially lead to legalizing discrimination against the LGBT+ community because a couple requested a wedding cake and was denied. → Read More
How A Donated Book Changed This Incarcerated Teen's Life For Good
Chicago-based organization Liberation Library is helping save lives one book at a time. → Read More
This Author Has Proof You're Probably Related To Beyoncé
Author A.J. Jacobs found this and so much more when he explored the World Family Tree → Read More
Daughter Of A Sandy Hook Elementary School Teacher Reflects, Five Years Later
College senior Sarah Clements, whose mom survived Sandy Hook, looks back and shares what gun control advocates are still fighting for → Read More
With Al Franken's Resignation, The #MeToo Movement Has Made Its Way To Washington
Senator Al Franken became one of the first major politicians to resign based on claims of sexual misconduct → Read More
Combatting the disproportionate rate of HIV infection among young women
There is disproportionate rate of HIV infection among young women in sub-Saharan Africa. Here's what you need to know ahead of World AIDS Day. → Read More
What Really Happened At Standing Rock
The teen activists who were there tell the story you haven't heard → Read More
These Young Trans Folks’ Activism Goes Beyond LGBTQ Rights
Trans individuals are on the frontlines of many different fights for equality → Read More
A College Senior Gets Real About Fighting For Birth Control On A Catholic Campus
Notre Dame dropped birth control coverage then reinstated it. A feminist activist and senior explains what happened. → Read More
10 LGBTQ And Minority Candidates Who Made History Last Night
Trans candidate Danica Roem and more helped make the 2017 elections a huge success. → Read More
How Viola Davis Is Helping To Fight Childhood Hunger — And You Can Too
Viola Davis has never been afraid to speak out for what's right — from issues like sexual assault to the lack of diversity in the entertainment industry, and beyond. Now Davis is using her star power to focus on another worthy cause: childhood hunger. As the Ambassador for the Hunger Is campaign, "The How to Get Away With Murder" star has spearheaded a campaign that has raised more than $20… → Read More