50 Best Blogs for Gender Studies Majors
Human sexuality isn't always a matter of male/female and heterosexual/homosexual. As science marches on and taboos slowly, progressively shatter, more and more people are starting to realize that realities exist far beyond the commonly accepted binaries. Gender studies, sociology and psychology courses alike delve into the myriad complexities that make up the variances. Students exploring these subjects in depth will find the internet overflowing with highly informative supplementary resources. Far more than these 50 blogs exist, of course, but the following do make for an excellent introduction to some of the perspectives one can find online.
Feminism and Women's Studies
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Feministing: With so many contributors boasting a wide range of stances, Feministing provides some of the Internet's sharpest commentary on women's rights and issues.
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Feminist Philosophers: Explore feminism as it relates to the media, society and philosophical and academic subjects through one of the most popular blogs on the subject.
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The F-Word Blog: Although largely about issues in the UK, most of the commentary available at The F-Word blog and website still applies to other regions.
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The Crunk Feminist Collective: Read all about feminist news and views for the "Hip Hop Generation," with special attention paid towards frequently overlooked issues of race and sexuality.
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Feministe: Another excellent resource overflowing with multiple contributors tackling a nicely broad range of feminist content.
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Name It. Change It.: Regardless of her politics, Name It. Change It. will defend any female candidate publicly critiqued along gender lines rather than professional ones.
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Muslimah Media Watch: This watchdog group seeks to dispel many of the stereotypes and misconceptions of Muslim women perpetuated by the mass media.
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fbomb: Both a blog and a community, fbomb brings together teenage girls from around the world to talk about the gender and sexuality issues affecting them.
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Feminist Mormon Housewives: Yes, it is possible to be all three at once, as this popular, stereotype-shattering resource so eloquently, intelligently demonstrates.
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Ms. Magazine Blog: One of feminism's cornerstones adapts to the internet age and brings the ideologies to new generations of women.
General Gender
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Genderfork: Human sexuality, sexual identity, gender and gender identity doesn't exist on a binary. This blog celebrates diversity through writing, art and photography.
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en|Gender: Although inspired by and predominantly focusing on transgender issues and couples, en|Gender covers enough broader and similar subjects to warrant inclusion here.
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body impolitic: Laurie Tobie Edison talks feminism, discrimination against different body types, gender issues and more through essays and stunning photography.
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genderkid: An Argentinean high school student identifying as "trans, queer and maybe genderqueer" takes to the Internet and writes some insightful, eloquent takes on the subjects at hand.
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Below the Belt: This group blog takes a multifaceted look at gender, sexuality and the myriad shades of grey existing in concepts traditionally approached as black-and-white.
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Sugarbutch Chronicles: Written by Sinclair Sexsmith, Sugarbutch Chronicles dissects gender and gender identity, sexuality and sexual identity, kinky pursuits and plenty more with an impressively keen eye.
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The Bilerico Project: The Bilerico Project features one of the most diverse communities on the web, specializing in LGBTQIA life, politics, issues, art and pretty much everything else. Its broad scope lands it in this particular section.
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Gender & Sexuality Law Blog: Presented by Columbia University, this blog turns a critical eye towards policies that enable discrimination along gender and sexuality lines.
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Gender Across Borders: Contemporary feminism embraces the LGBTQIA movement and fights for cis- and transwomen alike. Gender Across Borders especially blurs the previously defined (and unfair) lines.
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Not Another Aiden: Not Another Aiden's life story should be an inspiration to LGBTQIA teens and adults struggling with the idea that sexuality and gender identity always have to follow a specific pattern.
LGBTQIA Rights, Politics and News
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Queerty: LGBTQIA news, views and pop culture come together in this extremely eclectic resource, which delves into race and religion from time to time as well.
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GLAADBlog: GLAAD devotes itself to fighting discriminatory and offensive media depictions of the LGBTQIA community.
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The New Civil Rights Movement: Passionate LGBTQIA rights advocate David Badash follows all the latest news concerning politics and social issues concerning the movement. It's one of the most provocative, comprehensive and compelling resources around.
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Pam's House Blend: Gender studies students and anyone — no matter their sexuality — supporting the LGBTQIA rights movement needs to bookmark the absolutely essential Pam's House Blend for updated stories and perspectives.
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Good As You: This blog, website and community fights for LGBTQIA rights and fair depictions in different public media.
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A Christian Voice for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Rights: Dr. Rev. Jerry S. Maneker uses his Christian faith to promote tolerance, understanding and love for LGBTQIA members at a time when the religion is oftentimes twisted as an excuse to persecute them.
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PFLAG Blog: PFLAG brings together family and friends of gay, lesbian, transgendered, intersexed, asexual and queer individuals to show their love and support of their frequently marginalized demographics.
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Out Front: Almost everything relating to the movement gets covered at Out Front, which also does an excellent job of showcasing communities, politics and perspectives from across the globe.
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The Trevor Project: Be sure to visit the accompanying website for more information on reaching out to LGBTQIA teens who may be feeling depressed or suicidal from bullying or discrimination.
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365Gay: Whether a gender studies major, a member of the community and/or a staunch supporter of equal rights, 365Gay offers up plenty of content on today's latest news, views and trends.
Transgender
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nixwilliams: Stop by nixwilliams for a take on every facet of living as a transgendered individual in a world catering largely to the cisgendered. Be sure to check out the art and media as well!
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xxboy: Sebastian hopes that sharing his story and academic inquiries will help nurture a broader understanding of transgender psychology and sociopolitical issues.
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The Spectrum Cafe: Trans individuals of all types, no matter their backgrounds and sexual preferences, band together to discuss the news and opinions impacting them today.
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Trans Feminisms: The Spectrum Cafe's brand new sister site blends feminist critique with transgender rights issues and perspectives.
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Transfaggotry: A gay-identified FTM opens up about his immensely personal journey in the interest of promoting a greater awareness and reaching out towards others in a similar position.
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Questioning Transphobia: Like the name implies, this blog hopes to point out the social and media phenomena that allow transphobia to exist and perpetuate.
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The Transadvocate: Marti Abernathey uses The Transadvocate to provide the trans community with an outlet to read about and contribute stories, ideas and issues important to them.
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Diana's Little Corner of the Nutmeg State: Follow transgender issues in Connecticut and beyond thanks to the efforts of one very devoted, passionate activist.
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TransGriot: An award-winning transgender rights activist, Monica Roberts, offers up some incredible insights into issues of race, sexuality, gender identity and their points of intersection.
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Tboy Jacky: Jacky V is a proud, well-rounded FTM blobbing about sex, gender, sexuality and plenty of other related (and not-so-related) subjects.
Transvestism, Crossdressing and Drag
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Jessica Who?: Comedian Jessica De Leon wrings comedy out of crossdressing and transphobia, all while dispelling many of the myths about straight and cisgendered men who just happen to enjoy women's clothing.
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My Fem Place: Visit My Fem Place for photographs and candid advice on how to best release that fierce, fashionable diva inside.
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Bona Drag: The blog and its accompanying shop takes its name from a polari term meaning "nice outfit," finding inspiration in and catering to the gay, drag and fabulous fashionista communities.
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The Drag Queen Posse: Let the fabulous fatales of The Drag Queen Posse fill the browser with their cheeky takes on pop culture, LGBTQIA issues, celebrity gossip, performance art and plenty more.
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He Is The Bride: Although wedding plans and real life render updates infrequent, this absolutely touching blog about a man and the future wife who loves and accepts his desire to be a bride is still very much worth reading.
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Femulate: Cross-dressers new and experienced alike looking for fashion and makeup tips would do well to check out Femulate's awesome content.
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newmalefashion: While not a transvestite, cross-dressing or drag blog, newmalefashion still pushes edgy clothing and styles ignoring traditionally "masculine" tropes.
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My CD Life: Gabriela Hermosa happily proffers advice to readers wanting to know as much as they can about crossdressing and similar subjects — as well as some interesting musings on general gender and sexuality topics.
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Crossdresser Heaven: Since 2008, Crossdresser Heaven has helped visitors of all types learn how to do their makeup, fashions and movement right.
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Voyages en Rose: Voyages en Rose is brought to readers by Petra Bellejambes, a cross-dresser opening up about the psychology, social pressures and techniques behind the art.