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My name is Kaluz and I am an expert on women’s health and nutrition because I’ve read many books on the topic and I like reading and writing about it. I decided to write a post about women who suffer vulvodynia , like me. Maybe you haven’t heard about it either, but more women than you imagine suffer it silently, and many of them without even knowing. What has this to do with embracing the role of public intellectuals? As Veronica said in her call for posts, women voices rarely make it to op-ed pages, and not only women voices are neglected but also women’s specific concerns. Intellectuals should talk about women’s health too. I was surprised to find out that few gynecologists know how to treat women suffering vulvodynia . Apparently it’s such a mysterious thing. On the other hand, finding your voice and talking about vulvar pain is not that easy either. I’ve been actively trying different treatments, reading to learn more about chronic vulvar pain, and I now talk to my mom abo...

Yes, I know summer is almost over. But there is one more big weekend left! And if you are hitting the pool or beach one last time, be sure that you have the summer issue of Ms. Perhaps you were like me this summer...A magazine showed up and it went in that pile. Yup, the "I'll read that later" pile. If so, dig it out! If you don't subscribe, run to your local bookstore for a copy. The cover story, " Sex, Lies and Hush Money ," is a must read. Frankly, if this is all you read of the issue, it would be worth the cover price. Executive Editor, Katherine Spillar, painstakingly outlines the charges of corruption against Sen. Ensign (R-Nev). You might recall that he abruptly resigned from the U.S. Senate earlier this year. And it was because he was caught. But it wasn't just Ensign who was caught up in trying to cover up his affair with his co-chief of staff's wife. Sen. Tom Coburn (R-OK) appears to have his hands all over the cover up too. So why...

1] Mother of Invention: How Our Mothers Influenced us as Feminist Academics and Activists [ Full CFP ] Co-editors: Vanessa Reimer and Sarah Sahagian Publication Date: 2014 This anthology will bring together essays from feminist activists and academics alike. The goal of this anthology is to act as an antidote to matrophobia and mother-blaming by bringing together a variety of feminist narratives about how our mothers, intentionally or not, have influenced and inspired our feminist work and identities. The purpose of this book is to show mothers as a productive force in their children’s development. While not exclusively a celebration, this anthology will affirm mother work's importance. Submission Guidelines: Abstracts: 250 Words. Please include a brief biography (50 words) (and include citizenship information) Please send submissions to both Sarah.Sahagian@gmail.com and vreim018@yorku.ca Subject Line: Mother of Invention Abstract Deadline for Abstracts is Sep...

CALL FOR PAPERS Demeter Press is seeking submissions for an edited collection on DISABLED MOTHERS* Co-editors: Gloria Filax and Dena Taylor                            Publication Date: 2014                       DEADLINE FOR ABSTRACTS: DECEMBER 31, 2011! While there are several books on raising children with disabilities, the literature is scant on experiences of disabled women who are raising children OR the experiences of those parented by a woman with disabilities. Bringing together disability with mothering has the potential to challenge dominant narratives of both mothering AND disability. Noticing dominant ideas, meanings, and/or stories/narratives (normative discourses) regarding both 'mothering' and 'disability' expose the ...

My name is Amanda Reyes and I am an expert scholar because the pursuit of knowledge is my passion. In my ever evolving vision of the future, I am one of many Latina public intellectuals, a philosopher, activist, teacher, artist. I want to connect the academy, the arts, and the people, enriching each by bringing them together. Philosophy is the search for and development of truths. I want my scholarship to combine Cherríe Moraga and Gloria Anzaldúa’s “theory in the flesh,” theories built on the lived experiences of Latinas and women of color, and academic philosophical thought. I want my writings to contribute to the progression of philosophical and feminist scholarship, influence public policy and social justice, and empower people, especially Latinas and women of color, through their pursuit of knowledge and truths. I want to share the works of other intellectuals and artists of color and help to reify our contributions to the United States intellectual and artistic canons. As an...

FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! The Motherhood Initiative for Research and Community Involvement (MIRCI) announces our continuing 2011 events for the Mother Outlaws' Speakers Series The Mother Outlaws Speakers Series is a free monthly event open to the public presenting topical issues on motherhood and feminism. Tuesday September 20th, 2011 6:30pm- 9:00pm Women's College Hospital , Boardroom E252 76 Grenville Street (Bay and College), Toronto (scent-free environment please) Please distribute flier widely: mother outlaws september flier The 21st Century Motherhood Movement This panel will address several motherhood organizations featured in the ground breaking 2011 anthology by Demeter Press that highlight maternal advocacy, activism, and social change The keynote address will discuss the challenges and possibilities of maternalism, detail the strategies of 21st century maternal activism, and affirm a much-needed mother-...

The kid is not just a smarty pants kid, but she is also pretty observant about the world . I would like to think it is due to me being honest with her about media issues and not denying her voice when she speaks up. She also has a super cool aunt who wrote a book about Reality TV and does media criticism for a living. It is quite a proud moment for me when I get to point out Photoshopping on magazine covers to her to show her that no one is that perfect. But I know I can't do it alone. That is why I was excited to learn that the Girl Scouts has new "journeys" (what they call curriculum units) on media and story telling. I was lucky to get a chance to ask Dr. Andrea Bastiani Archibald, Developmental Psychologist at Girl Scouts of USA, about the new media units. I asked her how we can raise girl leaders without feeding into the "good girl" stereotype. I know I catch myself talking to the kid about being a good role model or a leader, I find that what I...