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A word cloud created by the author. It includes phrases such as: How lame. It's just a joke. That's gay. You don't belong here. You're so sensitive. They're just not as good at programming. So simple your mother can do it. Its a lynch mob. You're only here because of quotas. The event isn't accessible. What's your real name.
Abuse by Julie Pagano on April 28th, 2014
We spend a lot of time trying to counteract attacks on our systems, but often overlook abuses directed at people.
Kitchen sink, piled with dirty dishes.
Abuse by Fay H. on April 28th, 2014
Entitlement and violation in STEM communities.
People at a cocktail party.
Abuse by Anonymous Author on April 28th, 2014
What does it mean to have success socializing at hot-ticket events if you can't get past the front door of them?
Photo of Mattie Brice.
Abuse by The Editor & Mattie Brice on April 28th, 2014
An interview with Mattie Brice on how play is challenging the status quo as a new tool for activism and expression.
Woman with a finger over her mouth in the shhh pose.
Abuse by Jennifer Wong on April 28th, 2014
Anytime I divulge my story to coworkers, I find that they have their own stories of sexual harassment to share.
A circular star map, with constellations linked by thin lines, with someone holding a magnifying glass in front of it to show the Orion group.
Abuse by Liz Henry on April 28th, 2014
When we share information, we are building power of our own.
Photo of a couch and coffeetable workspace, with a laptop open.
Abuse by Angelina Fabbro on April 28th, 2014
Sexism, Harassment, Free Labor And How to Make It Better
A printed out sign that appears to be taped up in a public bathroom says 'Did you consent to your involvement in this process' - underneath, someone has scrawled 'Absolutely not' in green marker.
Abuse by Betsy Haibel on April 28th, 2014
When mistreating users becomes competitive advantage.
A crumpled paper ball.
Abuse by Anonymous Author on April 28th, 2014
“Go to HR, deal with that asshole head on, but whatever you do, do not lose your shit. You can’t become ‘angry black woman.’”
Drawing of a woman's face, eyebrows drawn, mouth downturned.
Abuse by Catt Small on April 28th, 2014
The true story of a team that tried and failed to retain diverse employees.