SJSU Gender Equity Center

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09/30/2022

We are starting a new series 'Friday Fun Facts' and today we are going to enlighten you on the topic of body positivity by sharing some facts about body hair which is still directly or sometimes unintentionally portrayed to be a shame as per our beauty standards. But it is normal to have body hair anywhere on your whole body except your soles and palms. It is your decision to keep it or to get rid of it. Today we will share on facts about where you can expect body hair and when to consider it abnormal. It is also important to keep in mind that our skin has certain sweat glands and hair follicles and different types of hair grow from there, depending on your gender, your hormonal status, and hereditary.

09/07/2022

Hello Spartans!

As you adjust to the campus (and the heat 🥵), we wanted to remind you that the Gender Equity Center is open! We offer many resources and are here to answer any questions you have. Keep an eye for future events coming from us as well ;) and have a great semester!

05/18/2022

Good evening Spartans, as we come to the conclusion of the semester, we wanted to share some (hopefully) helpful study tips as you prepare for your upcoming finals. Reminder that our center will be open this week if you need a quiet space to study and relax in.

If you have another study tips, drop them down below and help your fellow peers. Good luck!!

05/14/2022

Our newest GenEC Rec is an article from NPR that discusses “How period tracking apps and data privacy fit into a post-Roe v. Wade climate” to help you stay informed about data security and privacy.

“In the wake of the leaked draft Supreme Court opinion that would overturn Roe v. Wade, privacy experts are increasingly concerned about how data collected from period-tracking apps, among other applications, could potentially be used to penalize anyone seeking or considering an abortion.”

To read the full article, click on the link in our bio 🔗

04/27/2022

Today is ! Here is some history and information regarding what Denim Day is and why it is important!

We hope to see you around campus wearing denim in support of survivors and victims. There will be free buttons, ribbons, and SA resources provided by The Prevention Planning Community on 7th St from 11:00am-1:00pm.

04/22/2022

Today is ! We want to talk about how you can support your male friends who have been sexually abused and/or assaulted. Please take a look through the highlights we have provided and the resources to learn more on how to be the best support you can be during SAAM and the rest of the year!

04/20/2022

In honor of SJSU's Earth Day Fair today and Earth Day being on Friday, April 22nd, our Let's Talk About It topic is focused on the Environmental Impact of Menstrual Products. In the US, around 12 billion pads and 7 billion tampons are thrown out every year. In our post, we talk about different period products and sustainable swaps you could make to help the environment and overall health. We are aware that not everyone has the luxury to choose eco-friendly products, or access to any menstruation products, having to use what is available to them.

We are giving away 5 menstrual cups to students to provide that opportunity to folks who want to make the swap. To enter, fill out the form with the link in our bio or scan the QR code on slide 8. We will be choosing folks at random and will contact them on Wed. April 27th.

And for those who aren't selected or cannot purchase a reusable product, our center has an Emergency Period Mentrsuation Station where you can get a pad or tampon when on campus.

04/13/2022

As some of you may know, April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) and today for the Wellness Wednesday we wanted to address the topic of mental health. Psychodynamic Psychotherapy is proving to be extremely effective for the survivors to heal and recover from traumatic incidents and we would like to share some insights on the same.

03/31/2022

March 31st is and is dedicated to recognizing the resilience and accomplishments of the transgender community. On this day, we celebrate the trans people amongst us, raise awareness about the struggles that they face, and advocate for more protected rights for them in a bid to reform society and empower this community.

The Gender Equity Center wants to share why today is so important and highlight some trans people you should know about. We are also providing resources that may be helpful to trans students on campus.

Check out the folks tagged and explore the different hashtags for more information!

03/29/2022

Looking for some light reading during your spring break? During this last week of Womxn's Herstory Month, our GenEC Rec is an article by Dina Gerdeman that highlights how gender stereotypes can impact women's self confidence. 

Hopefully these studies can highlight how to overcome these pressures and take charge of your narrative and build your confidence. 

You can find this article in our linktree under "GenEC Recs." Check out our list and you'll find more great books, movies, and music that our center recommends!